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High-Protein Veggie Sandwich

High-Protein Veggie Sandwich 18g protein joy


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  • Author: Barbara Holmes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A satisfying vegetarian sandwich packed with protein from chickpeas and hummus.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup hummus
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices whole wheat bread
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Tomato slices
  • Cucumber slices
  • Red onion slices

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork until mostly broken down.
  2. Stir in the hummus, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Spread the chickpea mixture evenly onto two slices of bread.
  4. Layer with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and red onion.
  5. Top with the remaining bread slices.
  6. Slice in half and serve.

Notes

  • You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or sprouts.
  • Try different types of hummus for varying flavors.
  • This mixture can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg