Description
A flavorful and hearty avocado sandwich layered with spicy mayo, fresh veggies, and optional protein—easy to make and perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp lime juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Handful of lettuce or baby spinach
- 2–3 slices tomato
- Optional extras: 2-3 slices cooked bacon or turkey, thin red onion slices, cucumber
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with sriracha, lime juice, salt, and pepper to create spicy mayo.
- Toast the bread slices to desired crispness.
- Halve and pit the avocado. Scoop out the flesh and mash lightly with a fork; season with salt, pepper, and a little lime juice.
- Spread spicy mayo evenly onto one or both toast slices.
- Layer mashed avocado on one slice of bread.
- Add lettuce or spinach, tomato slices, and any optional extras (bacon, turkey, onion, cucumber).
- Top with the second bread slice (spicy mayo side down), press gently, and slice in half.
- Serve immediately, or wrap and enjoy later.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocado for easiest mashing and best texture.
- Adjust the sriracha in the mayo to suit your spice preference.
- For a vegan version, substitute vegan mayo or mashed chickpeas.
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- To elevate, use herb garlic bread or artisan bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg