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★ Why You'll Love this Recipe ★
My Favorite Veggie Sandwich
Inspired by my all-time favorite sandwich from the local Food Co-op, the “California Melt,” this veggie melt sandwich is my homemade version.
I’ve lost count of how many of these sandwiches I’ve eaten—but I’m pretty sure my son is at least 10% made of them after all my pregnancy cravings!
Grown-up Grilled Cheese
If you're a grilled cheese lover like me but you want a more sophisticated (and healthier) option, you've got to try this veggie melt!
This toasted veggie sandwich with warm, melty cheese is so so good, it might even top this open-faced grilled veggie sandwich I also love.
Loaded with Superfoods
From hearty oat-nut bread to fresh microgreens, this sandwich packs in both nutrients and taste. The avocado and pesto add flavor and nutrients and if you layer in microgreens — you get an extra little burst of vitamins.
Layered with Flavor
This sandwich is toasted to golden perfection and layered with vibrant flavors from melty cheese, fresh veggies, zesty pesto, creamy avocado and marinated artichokes for tang!
★ Ingredients You'll Need ★
Here's a look at everything you'll need to make this veggie melt sandwich.
- Whole grain bread. Sour dough can also be used.
- Cheese. Cheddar, Colby-Jack, Havarti or Provolone are all good choices.
- Cucumber. Regular or English will work.
- Tomato. A large slicing tomato works best.
- Marinated artichoke hearts. These typcally come in a jar.
- Red onion.
- Pesto. Use store-bought or make your own pesto.
- Avocado. Ripe enough to smash.
★ Tips & FAQs ★
You don’t need anything fancy to make this sandwich—just a toaster oven, grill, or oven to melt the cheese.
This veggie sandwich is great on whole grain or sour dough bread. Feel free to experiment and see what you like best.
★ More Sandwich & Wrap Recipes ★
Want more lunch ideas? Browse all my lunch recipes.
Looking for vegetarian recipes? I've got those too! Browse all my vegetarian recipes.
This veggie melt sandwich was featured on South Your Mouth and Inspire Me Monday!
Veggie Melt Sandwich
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- 1 ½ slices cheddar cheese
- 3 slices cucumber
- 3 slices tomato
- 1 tablespoon marinated artichoke hearts sliced
- 2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon pesto
- ¼ avocado smashed
Optional
- 1 tablespoon microgreens
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Instructions
- Melt cheese onto bread. Top one slice of bread with Havarti cheese and toast both slices in a toaster oven.
- Layer cucumber, artichoke, tomato, and onion onto the slice of toast with melted cheese. Add microgreens if using.
- Spread pesto and smashed avocado on the remaining slice of toast and top off your sandwich.
- Cut into sailboats or trucks depending on your preference and enjoy! 😉
Notes
- Make your own pesto sauce or use store bought.
- A slicing tomato works best.
- Marinated artichokes usually come in a jar.
- Provolone and Havarti cheese also tastes great.
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