Description
A refreshing and nutritious open-faced sandwich featuring zesty lemon, creamy avocado, and protein-packed edamame.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shelled edamame (fresh or frozen)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- If using frozen edamame, cook according to package instructions until tender. Drain and let cool.
- In a medium bowl, mash the avocado with a fork. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using). Brush this mixture onto one side of each slice of bread.
- Toast the bread slices in a skillet over medium heat or in a toaster until golden brown.
- Spread the avocado mixture generously on the toasted side of each slice of bread.
- Top each open-faced sandwich with a portion of the cooked edamame.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle some feta cheese or nutritional yeast on top before serving.
- Substitute the whole grain bread with gluten-free bread or a bed of mixed greens for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg