Loaded Cucumber & Avocado Sandwich: Freshness in Every Bite

Loaded Cucumber & Avocado Sandwich offers a burst of freshness and is a delicious vegan option.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Vegan

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bread

2 slices bread whole grain, sourdough, rye, or gluten-free

For the Filling

1 medium avocado ripe, firm
1 medium cucumber sliced thinly
1 handful fresh leafy greens spinach, arugula, or lettuce
optional cherry tomatoes halved, omit for simpler taste
1 small red onion thinly sliced
to taste fresh herbs dill, basil, or cilantro

For Seasoning

1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
to taste salt and pepper

For Moisture

optional olive oil or sandwich spread cream cheese or hummus as substitutes

Equipment

Toaster
bowl
Knife
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Toast the bread slices in a toaster or skillet for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Mash the ripe avocados in a bowl and mix with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Spread the avocado mixture evenly over one side of each slice of toasted bread.
Layer thin cucumber slices on top of the avocado spread.
Add fresh leafy greens on top of the cucumber.
Sprinkle thinly sliced red onion and halved cherry tomatoes over the greens.
Garnish with fresh herbs and drizzle with olive oil or spread as desired.
Place the second slice of bread avocadoside down on top, press down and cut in half diagonally.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; store wet ingredients separately if making ahead.

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