Monday, June 23, 2014

The Perfect Summer's Sandwich

We all look forward to Summers. The Mangoes (yum!), Pool Parties, Holidays, Ice Creams, Golas - everything becomes better with Sunshine it seems! On a warm Summer's day, it's often best to stay away from spicy curries and biryanis. A light meal is perfect for Summer and it helps our bodies to stay cool, calm and feel energetic. Here's what I love making and serving during Summer - The Perfect Summer's Sandwich. It's packed with goodness of Vegetables & Sprouts and makes up for a fantastic Lunch with a bowl of Soup or just a nice light Dinner.

A perfect balance of textures, flavours and colours - this is a visual treat and culinary delight of a Sandwich!
Ingredients (for 2 Sandwiches):
  • 4 slices of Bread - preferably multi-grain - lightly toasted.
  • 1 Avocado - scooped and sliced.
  • 1 Tomato - sliced.
  • 1 Cup of Alfalfa Sprouts (or any sprouts if you don't have them handy).
  • Few Black Olives - Sliced.
  • 2 Cloves of Garlic, Minced.
  • Few leaves of crisp Lettuce.
  • Olive oil & Mustard, Salt & Pepper to Taste.
Everything Fresh, Everything Simple!
Recipe:
  • As is with any good sandwich, it's all about the assembly - so get creative and bring in nice visual and proportional balance of things.
  • Apply Olive oil to bread and smear it with minced garlic and mustard.
  • Begin layering Lettuce, Tomatoes, Olives and Avocado. Season with Salt and Pepper.
  • Top off with a nice, hearty heapful of Alfalfa sprouts and close the sandwich.
  • Slice in half and Serve!
Tip: Try adding Hummus to this sandwich, it goes really well! A healthy sprinkling of Toasted Sesame Seeds will take this dish to next level!