Vegan Bagel Sandwich with Pesto
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Vegan Bagel Sandwich with Pesto
Description
The Vegan Bagel Sandwich with Pesto uses toasted bagels as a base to hold fresh layers of baby spinach, sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. The spread of sunflower seed pesto adds a rich, nutty note that complements the mild, creamy avocado and crisp vegetables. As an open-faced sandwich, this preparation lets the fresh ingredients stand out visibly, offering a pleasant variety of textures from creamy to crunchy.
Preparation is straightforward, requiring only assembling the ingredients on toasted bagels. The sandwich is best enjoyed immediately to maintain the freshness and texture of the vegetables. This recipe encourages creativity with fillings, suggesting flexibility to tailor toppings based on available produce or personal preference.
Eating it open-faced not only allows for a hearty amount of vegetables but also makes for an attractive presentation. It is ideal for a quick lunch, light meal, or picnic option where freshness and simplicity are prized.
Ingredients
- 4 bagel halved
- 1 batch sunflower seed pesto
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1 avocado sliced thinly
- 16 cherry tomatoes halved, small; or grape tomatoes
- 1 red onion sliced thinly
Instructions
- Toast bagel halves.
- On each bagel half, spread Sunflower Seed Pesto and layer with spinach leaves, avocado slices, sliced tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
Notes
- This sandwich is intended to be served open-faced to allow for generous vegetable toppings.
- For best flavor and texture, eat the sandwich immediately after assembling.
- If preparing for transport, keep the vegetables separate and add just before eating.
- Feel free to experiment with different vegetable combinations to suit your taste or use up leftover produce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 391 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 391kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 65g | 22% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 596mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 600mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 3437IU | 69% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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