Classic Bean & Veggie Delight
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this Classic Bean and Veggie Delight, featuring toasted artisanal sourdough bread generously layered with a creamy white bean mash, topped with a tangy and aromatic lemon basil aioli. Whether enjoyed as a quick lunch or a light dinner, this recipe promises to satisfy your cravings and nourish your body with every delicious bite!
Ingredients
For the lemon basil aioli:
- 1 cup Soaked cashews (soak for at least 2 hours or, even better, overnight)
- 2 Lemons the juice
- 2 cloves Garlic
- Fresh basil leaves a generous handful
- Salt to taste
- Water as needed to blend
Other ingredients:
- 8 slices Artisanal sourdough bread toasted
- 1 can White beans (navy beans, cannellini beans, “great northern” beans, or lima beans) (or 15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 4 Heirloom tomatoes sliced
- 2 Cucumbers sliced
- 2 Carrots sliced into thin strips
- Arugula or baby spinach a handful
- Alfa alfa sprouts optional
Instructions
For the lemon basil aioli:
- Blend the soaked cashews, lemon juice, garlic, basil, and salt in a food processor until smooth.
- Add water as needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
For the mashed beans:
- Lightly mash the white beans in a bowl with a fork.
For the assembly:
- Spread lemon basil aioli on each slice of toasted sourdough.
- On four slices, layer mashed beans, followed by arugula, tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, and alfalfa sprouts.
- Top each with another slice of bread to form sandwiches. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Classic Bean & Veggie Delight
Amount per Serving
Calories
561
% Daily Value*
Fat
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
8
g
Sodium
810
mg
35
%
Potassium
1387
mg
40
%
Carbohydrates
78
g
26
%
Fiber
13
g
54
%
Sugar
16
g
18
%
Protein
25
g
50
%
Vitamin A
6240
IU
125
%
Vitamin C
53
mg
64
%
Calcium
195
mg
20
%
Iron
11
mg
61
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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