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Green Goddess Sandwich Recipe

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This vibrant Green Goddess Sandwich combines fresh herbs, creamy avocado, and melty mozzarella on hearty whole-wheat bread. With a tangy Greek yogurt and mayonnaise herb sauce, crisp cucumber, peppery arugula, and crunchy alfalfa sprouts, it’s a refreshing and satisfying vegetarian lunch or light dinner option bursting with flavor and texture.

Ingredients

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Herb Sauce

  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, grated or pressed
  • 3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons tarragon, finely chopped
  • Zest and juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Sandwich

  • 4 thick slices whole-wheat bread (about ½ inch thick each)
  • 1 cup arugula (or watercress)
  • 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced ¼ inch thick
  • ⅓ English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced
  • ⅔ cup alfalfa sprouts

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Herb Sauce: In a small mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, grated garlic, chopped chives, chopped tarragon, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and well-blended.
  2. Spread Sauce on Bread: Evenly spread about 2 tablespoons of the prepared yogurt-mayo herb sauce onto each slice of the whole wheat bread to create a flavorful base for the sandwich fillings.
  3. Add the Fillings: Take 2 slices of the prepared bread and layer each with half of the arugula, followed by the fresh mozzarella slices, thin cucumber slices, and avocado slices. Finally, distribute the alfalfa sprouts equally over the avocado layers.
  4. Assemble the Sandwich: Place the remaining 2 sauce-covered bread slices on top of the assembled fillings, sauce side down, gently pressing to close the sandwiches securely.
  5. Serve: Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally or down the middle as preferred. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh textures and flavors.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with plant-based alternatives and use vegan cheese or extra avocado for creaminess.
  • Using fresh herbs like tarragon and chives gives the sauce a vibrant flavor; dried herbs can be used but will be less aromatic.
  • Whole-wheat bread adds a hearty texture and extra fiber for a more filling sandwich.
  • To speed up preparation, you can prepare the herb sauce in advance and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • If you prefer, lightly toast the bread slices before assembling for added crunch.

Keywords: Green Goddess Sandwich, vegetarian sandwich, avocado sandwich, fresh herb sauce, mozzarella sandwich, healthy lunch, whole wheat bread sandwich

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