Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Green Goddess Sandwich, a refreshing take on a veggie classic. This sandwich unites creamy herb-infused sauce, crisp vegetables, and smooth avocado, all nestled between hearty whole-wheat bread. Perfect for a quick lunch, picnic delight, or a no-cook dinner option, this sandwich is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritious ingredients. With its easy preparation and customizable nature, you can adapt it to suit your personal taste. Dive into a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, grated or pressed
- 3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons tarragon, finely chopped
- Zest and juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 thick slices whole-wheat bread (1/2 inch)
- 1 cup arugula (or watercress)
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced ¼ inch thick
- 1/3 English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 2/3 cup alfalfa sprouts
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, grated garlic, chopped chives and tarragon, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of the herb sauce on each slice of whole-wheat bread.
- On two slices of bread, layer half of the arugula, mozzarella slices, cucumber rounds, and avocado slices. Top with alfalfa sprouts.
- Place the remaining bread slices on top to complete the sandwiches.
- Cut in half diagonally for easy handling and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg