Loaded Veggie Sandwiches

Total Time: 15 minutes | Active Time: 15 minutes | Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Homemade Hummus

1 (15oz) can of chickpeas, rinsed & drained

3 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon tahini

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

8 slices wide whole-wheat bread (toasted if desired)

1 avocado, mashed

2 cups mixed salad greens

1 medium tomato, sliced

1 cucumber, sliced

2 medium carrots, shredded

Directions

1. In a food processor or blender, combine chickpeas, lemon juice, olive oil, tahini, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until smooth to make hummus. Place in refrigerator to chill.

2. Spread 2-3 tablespoons of hummus on one slice of bread. Spread 1/4 of the mashed avocado on another slice of bread. Top with veggies and close the sandwich. Repeat for the other 3 sandwiches. Store leftover hummus in an airtight container in the fridge.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.

Photo & Recipe Credit: EatingWell.com