Laura’s Fresh Veggie Sandwich

Laura's Fresh Veggie Sandwich is a delightful and hearty vegetarian option that's perfect for a refreshing meal. This sandwich combines a creamy herb-infused cheese spread with mashed avocado, layered with fresh vegetables on toasted sourdough bread. It's designed to be both flavorful and satisfying, making it an excellent choice for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

For the Cream Cheese Spread:

• 4 ounces cream cheese, slightly softened

• 3/4 cup thick nonfat Greek yogurt (such as Fage)

• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

• 1½ tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 3/4 teaspoon dried dill)

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)

• 1 tablespoon chives, finely minced (optional)
  
  

For the Sandwich:

• Sourdough bread slices

• Mashed avocado

• Baby spinach leaves

• Tomato slices

• Cucumber slices

• Sprouts or microgreens

• Havarti cheese slices (optional)
  
  

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Spread:
   In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth. Stir in the kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, dill, parsley, and chives (if using) until well mixed.

2. Toast the Bread:
   Toast slices of sourdough bread to your desired level of crispness.

3. Assemble the Sandwich:
   On one slice of toasted bread, spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture. On the other slice, spread a layer of mashed avocado. Layer the baby spinach, tomato slices, cucumber slices, sprouts or microgreens, and Havarti cheese (if using) on top of the cream cheese spread. Top with the avocado-spread slice of bread.

4. Serve:
   Slice the sandwich in half and serve immediately.
   
   

Serving Size:
This recipe yields one sandwich.

Nutritional Information:
Exact nutritional values are not provided, but this sandwich is a wholesome meal packed with nutrients. It offers a good source of protein from the cheese and yogurt, healthy fats from the avocado, and fiber and vitamins from the fresh vegetables. Using sourdough bread adds additional nutrients and a satisfying texture.