As the back-to-school season approaches, the quest for wholesome yet appealing meal options begins for parents.
Packed lunches are a canvas for creativity and nutrition, and what better way to fuel your child's day than with a delicious and nutritious sandwich?
Say goodbye to lunchtime dilemmas and embrace a recipe that combines taste, health, and convenience, ensuring your little ones are energized and ready to take on the school day with gusto.
Add this plant-based sandwich recipe that uses sprouted whole-grain Silver Hills bread to your lunch lineup for a tasty alternative. Swapping regular sandwich bread for a sprouted grain option means more fibre, protein, and minerals to keep kids powered up throughout the day.
Chickpea and Avocado Sandwich
Prep time: 15 minutes
Makes: 4 sandwiches
Ingredients:
- 1 small or ½ medium red onion
- 1 - 3 celery ribs, depending on size
- 2 - 4 dill pickles, optional
- 15.5 oz (435 g) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup (60 ml) vegan mayo
- ¼ tsp (4 ml) garlic powder
- salt, to taste
- ground pepper, to taste
- 8 slices Silver Hills Bakery’s The Big 16 sprouted whole grain bread
- 2 large avocados, peeled and pitted
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
- vegan pesto, to taste
- 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 3 jalapenos, seeded and sliced
Directions:
- Mix red onion, celery and dill pickles in your food processor and pulse until ingredients are roughly chopped. Scrape down the sides as needed.
- Add chickpeas to a food processor. Continue pulsing until the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Again, scrape down the sides when necessary.
- Add vegan mayo, garlic powder and salt and pepper. Process until the mixture is blended to a smooth and spreadable consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toast your sprouted bread slices.
- Combine avocados and lemon juice in a bowl. Mash and mix to desired consistency with a fork.
- Spread 2-3 tablespoons (30-45 ml) chickpea mousse on one slice and 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) avocado mash on the other.
- Dress with jalapenos and tomato slices.
Tip: Any leftover filling can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 5 to 6 days. Stir before serving.
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Whether it’s because of work, exercising or simply keeping up with everybody’s schedule, sometimes all we need is an energy boost. That’s when quick and healthy recipes can be a game-changer.
