The Perfect Pesto Sandwich with Gabrielle Reyes
Recipe by Gabrielle Reyes
This Perfect Pesto Sandwich is perfect for those looking to add some extra protein into their diet. You also get a lovely helping of vegetables and herbs. We like to use herbs grown from our AeroGarden because, as you may know, fresh is simply better.
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CREAMY PROTEIN PESTO INGREDIENTS
- ½ cup plain hummus
- 2 cups fresh basil
- 2 cups fresh arugula
- 3 Tbsp. minced garlic
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- 2-4 Tbsp. oil or vegetable broth (add to make pesto more creamy)
PERFECT PESTO SANDWICH INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup smashed cooked chickpeas
- ⅓ cup creamy protein pesto
SLICE AND ADD IN
- ½ cup vegan mozzarella or avocado slices
- 4-6 slices of tomato
- 5-8 slices of cucumber
- 4-8 slices of jalapeño
- ¼ cup fresh greens
- Indian black salt and pepper, to taste
- Bread of choice
INSTRUCTIONS
- Process or blend the protein pesto ingredients together.
- Smash and mix together the chickpeas and protein pesto until well combined.
- Toast the bread with protein pesto and vegan cheese on it.
- Add in all the ingredients to make the sandwich.
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