Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich

Elevate your lunch game with this vibrant and healthy Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich, a perfect fusion of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Nestled between slices of hearty whole-grain bread or ciabatta rolls, this sandwich features creamy hummus, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sweet red bell peppers, and tender baby spinach for a satisfying crunch. The flavors are enhanced with crumbled feta cheese, briny Kalamata olives, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, all balanced with a hint of salt and cracked black pepper. Quick to assemble in just 10 minutes, this vegetarian delight is ideal for busy weekdays or a light picnic treat. Packed with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, it's not only delicious but also a nutritious choice for any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Whole-grain bread or ciabatta rolls
• 4 tablespoons Hummus
• 0.5 medium Red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
• 0.5 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Tomato, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Baby spinach or mixed greens
• 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 0.25 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare all the vegetables by slicing the red bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, and red onion into thin slices.

Step 2

2. Lay out the slices of bread or the ciabatta rolls on a clean surface.

Step 3

3. Spread 1 tablespoon of hummus on each slice of bread (or on both sides of the roll).

Step 4

4. On two of the bread slices, layer the baby spinach (or mixed greens) as the base.

Step 5

5. Add the sliced red bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, and red onion evenly over the greens.

Step 6

6. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sliced Kalamata olives on top of the vegetables.

Step 7

7. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the top, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

8. Top the sandwich with the remaining slices of bread, pressing down gently to hold it together.

Step 9

9. Slice the sandwich in half for easier handling, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	719.4 grams (719.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	993

Total Fat 47.20g	61%
Saturated Fat 13.20g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g
Cholesterol 50mg	17%
Sodium 2459mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 111.20g	40%
Dietary Fiber 20.90g	75%
Total Sugars 19.50g
Protein 33.00g	66%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 477mg	37%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 1328mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.4%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 44.4%