Fresh Veggie Sandwich (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Quick-Pickled Onions
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Juice of 1 lime or lemon
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Salt and pepper, adjust to taste
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
→ Creamy Herb Spread
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3/4 cup fat-free Greek yogurt (Fage is a good option)
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Softened cream cheese, 4 ounces
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1/2 teaspoon flavorful kosher salt
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As much fresh cracked pepper as you like
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1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
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1 1/2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill (or 3/4 teaspoon dried)
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2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, finely chopped (use 1 teaspoon dried if preferred)
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Optional: 1 tablespoon of finely minced chives
→ Toasty Base
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1 loaf sourdough, pre-sliced
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6 tablespoons of butter, softened (if desired)
→ Crisp & Fresh Toppings
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Half a lemon, juiced
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A 6-ounce bag of baby spinach leaves
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1 pack of sprouts or microgreens
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2 ripe avocados (or one large one)
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2 big heirloom tomatoes
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1 long English cucumber, cut into thin slices
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6 optional slices of creamy Havarti cheese
# Preparation Steps:
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In a dish, toss the sliced onion with lime or lemon juice, salt, and some pepper. Leave it for a bit, stirring now and then to soften.
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Whisk the softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in yogurt, herbs, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix it all till creamy.
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Position the oven rack close to the broiler. Spread butter on each slice and broil for a few minutes, just until golden. Keep an eye on it to stop it from burning.
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Cut the tomatoes and season them lightly. Let them sit on a paper towel for a minute. Mash the avocado with some lemon juice and a dash of salt. Slice the cucumber super thin.
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On one side of toasted bread, add the cream cheese spread. Layer mashed avocado on the other side. Stack on the veggies: tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled onions, sprouts, spinach, and cheese if you're using it. Slice and enjoy.
# Additional Tips:
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Make extra creamy spread to use as a dip or an easy sauce.
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Chopped green onions work instead of chives but have a stronger kick.
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Other veggie toppings to try: bell peppers, mushrooms, pepperoncinis, or marinated artichokes.