The Ultimate Veggie Sandwich
Get out of your sandwich rut and switch things up with this super filling and satisfying vegetarian sandwich. It serves as a quick meal option when you need something simple, but still want something flavorful that hits the spot. Plus, it has all the components of a balanced meal:
Veggies: Tomato, cucumber, and arugula provide some fresh crunch and filling fiber.
Healthy fats: Avocado and pesto provide healthy fats that keep you full and satisfied.
Protein: Tofu and goat cheese combine to give you lots of protein without the meat. Buy pre-seasoned tofu at the grocery store so all you have to do is slice.
Carbs: Don’t fear the bread—it can without a doubt be a part of healthy and balanced diet. Including some bread can be the difference between feeling energized and satisfied from your meal rather than hungry and downing that sleeve of cookies shortly after. Bread isn’t void of nutrients—in addition to providing carbohydrates, it also contains important minerals, B vitamins, and protein. Bread only becomes problematic when it becomes a dominant part of your daily diet, crowding out opportunities to get in other nutritious foods likes lean proteins, vegetables, and fruit.
Makes 1 sandwich
Ingredients:
2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
pesto
1-2 ounces goat cheese
1/2 avocado, mashed
tomato slices
cucumber slices
3 oz pre-seasoned and baked tofu, sliced
handful of arugula
Instructions:
Assemble the sandwich as follows:
Spread pesto on one slice and goat cheese on the other slice.
Next add the mashed avocado to one slice.
Add tomato, cucumber, and tofu to either slice.
Finish by adding a handful of arugula. Enjoy!
