Loaded Cucumber & Avocado Sandwich

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This loaded cucumber-and-avocado sandwich is filled with creamy avocado and crispy cucumbers. Ricotta cheese mixed with extra-sharp Cheddar adds flavor while sliced red peppers offer a splash of color.

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Carolyn Casner
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Carolyn Casner is a longtime recipe tester and contributor for EatingWell. Over the years, she has tested and developed hundreds of recipes for the magazine and website.

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Updated on September 18, 2023
Reviewed by Dietitian
Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD
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Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

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Active Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
1
Nutrition Profile:
High-Calcium Nut-Free Healthy Pregnancy Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegetarian High-Protein Egg-Free
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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

  • 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese

  • 4 teaspoons finely sliced chives

  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

  • Ground pepper to taste

  • 2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread, lightly toasted

  • ⅓ cup thinly sliced cucumber

  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red bell pepper

  • ⅓ avocado, sliced

Directions

  1. Stir Cheddar, ricotta, chives, lemon juice, salt and pepper together in a small bowl. Spread half the mixture on each slice of toast. Layer one slice with cucumber, pepper and avocado, then top with the other slice, spread-side down.

    loaded cucumber and avocado sandwich
    Jacob Fox
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, May 2022

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

403 Calories
23g Fat
35g Carbs
17g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Serving Size 1 sandwich
Calories 403
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 35g 13%
Dietary Fiber 9g 32%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 17g 34%
Total Fat 23g 29%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Vitamin A 1431IU 29%
Vitamin C 43mg 48%
Vitamin D 8IU 2%
Vitamin E 3mg 22%
Folate 106mcg 27%
Vitamin K 34mcg 28%
Sodium 716mg 31%
Calcium 324mg 25%
Iron 2mg 11%
Magnesium 80mg 19%
Potassium 634mg 13%
Zinc 3mg 27%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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