Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich: A Fresh and Flavorful Delight
A light and refreshing sandwich packed with hummus, crisp vegetables, feta cheese, and fresh herbs on whole-grain bread. A healthy and delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal!
Equipment
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Small Bowl
- Spoon
Ingredients
For the Sandwich
- 4 slices whole-grain or multigrain bread toasted if desired
- 4 tbsp hummus any flavor
- 1/2 cucumber thinly sliced
- 1/4 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp black olives sliced
- 1 tbsp red onion thinly sliced
- 1 handful baby spinach or arugula
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Lay out the slices of whole-grain bread and spread 2 tablespoons of hummus on each slice.
- Layer the thinly sliced cucumber evenly over two slices of the bread.
- Add sliced red bell pepper and red onion on top of the cucumber for crunch and flavor.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and sliced black olives over the vegetables.
- Top with fresh baby spinach or arugula for an extra layer of greens.
- Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the filling and season with sea salt and black pepper.
- Place the remaining slices of hummus-spread bread on top and press gently to secure the ingredients.
- Slice the sandwiches in half and serve immediately. Enjoy with a side of olives or a light salad.
Video
@iheartveggies Need a quick and easy lunch? Try this Mediterranean veggie sandwich! It’s filled with fresh veggies, creamy hummus, and salty feta for a delicious meal that you can assemble in just a few minutes! (And yes, it might remind you of a certain fast casual favorite 👀 ) . Here’s the recipe: Ingredients 4 slices of thick-cut sandwich bread 1/4 cup hummus 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup chopped Peppadew peppers 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion 1 large romaine lettuce leaf, chopped 1 small tomato, thinly sliced 1/4 cup sliced cucumber Salt and pepper to taste Small drizzle of honey (optional) Instructions Spread a layer of hummus on a slice of bread. Top with feta, peppers, cucumbers, a sprinkle of salt and pepper, tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce. Top with the second slice of bread. If desired, lightly brush the edge of the bread crust with a tiny bit of honey. . #copycatrecipe #recipeshare #easyrecipes #easylunch #simplelunch #quicklunch #lunchathome #veggiefood #vegetarianrecipes #veggietime ♬ Fortnight by Taylor Swift - Music Society 🎶
Notes
For added protein, add sliced grilled chicken or chickpeas. Swap feta cheese for goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
