Satisfying Sandwiches
In my last blog, I talked about healthier alternatives to the Reuben sandwich. Many people started to ask me about other good-for-you sandwich ideas, so in this blog I will share four of my favorite recipes that will help you stay nourished while you’re on-the-go and on the budget.
You will notice that I use avocado in many sandwiches. Avocado is a fabulous cholesterol-free alternative to cheese. Its healthy fats will keep you full, and because it’s rich in potassium, it can help lower blood pressure and decrease bloating!
Z-TIP: Increase nutritional value of your savory sandwiches by substituting bread for a collard leaf. You will add vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to your meal while reducing calories and carbohydrates.
Hummus and Veggie Rolls
1 Sami’s lavash or any other gluten-free wrap
2 tablespoons of hummus
1/4 cup fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup cucumber, sliced thin
1/4 cup carrots, shredded
1/4 avocado, sliced thin
Sprouts
Spread hummus onto lavash/wrap. Layer the vegetables on top. Close the wrap, and enjoy.
Chickenless Avocado Tartine (open-face sandwich)
1 slice of sprouted Ezekiel Bread
2 strips of chicken-less chicken strips by Beyond Meat, sliced in halves
¼ avocado, sliced in thin strips
2 cherry tomatoes, sliced in halves
1 tablespoon of soy-free Vegenaise (egg-free mayo)
A few sprigs of fresh dill
Toast the bread, and spread Vegenaise. Layer chicken-less strips, alternating with avocado. Decorate with cherry tomatoes and dill.
Teriyaki Tofu
2 slices of Ezekiel Bread
1 block of sprouted, baked tofu in teriyaki flavor
1/4 avocado, sliced
1-2 teaspoons soy-free Vegenaise (egg-free mayo)
1 handful of alfalfa sprouts
4-5 thin organic pickle rounds
Toast the bread. Slice sprouted tofu into wide, thin strips to resemble cold cuts. Spread Vegenaise on a slice of bread, and place tofu on top. Add avocado, pickles and sprouts. Cover with the second slice of bread, and enjoy!
Hazelnut Butter and Banana
2 slices of Sami’s gluten-free flax and millet Bread (or any other gluten-free bread)
2 tablespoons of Justin’s chocolate hazelnut butter
½ banana, sliced in rounds
½ cup sliced strawberries, optional.
Spread the nut butter on the bread. Top with banana and berries, and enjoy!
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About Alina Z.
Alina Z., aka “The Green Goddess,” is a certified holistic health coach, detox specialist and raw-food chef (she conducts occasional classes at Whole Foods in Boca). Prior to moving to Florida, Alina hosted her own TV show in Maryland—“Entertaining A to Z”—for people who didn’t have time to cook but wanted to eat healthy. Catch one of her web episodes at eHow.com, visit Alina’s website at alinaz.com, or follow her on Facebook (facebook.com/CoutureFood) or Twitter (@CoutureFood). The Green Goddess blog runs every other Wednesday at bocamag.com.
