Honey Mustard Turkey Avocado Sandwich Recipe
This Honey Mustard Turkey Avocado Sandwich is a delicious and nutritious meal perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Combining tender turkey breast, creamy ripe avocado, fresh spinach, and a flavorful honey mustard sauce on whole-grain bread, it offers a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber with a touch of sweetness and tang.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Lunch, Sandwich
- Method: No-cook, Assembly, Toasting (optional)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 2 slices of whole-grain bread (or your preferred bread)
Fillings
- 4 ounces sliced turkey breast
- 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- Optional: Sliced tomatoes or cucumbers for added crunch
Condiments and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons honey mustard sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients listed above. Ensure the avocado is ripe and ready to slice for a creamy texture.
- Toast the Bread (optional): If desired, toast the slices of bread using a toaster or skillet to add extra crunch and warmth to the sandwich.
- Spread Honey Mustard: Take one slice of bread and evenly spread 1 tablespoon of honey mustard sauce on top to infuse flavor.
- Layer Turkey: Place the 4 ounces of sliced turkey breast on the honey mustard-spread bread, distributing it evenly.
- Add Avocado: Arrange the sliced avocado neatly on top of the turkey, then sprinkle with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Add Spinach: Layer fresh spinach leaves over the avocado. Add sliced tomatoes or cucumbers at this stage if desired for extra crunch and freshness.
- Add Second Slice: Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey mustard on the second slice of bread and place it mustard side down over the spinach layer.
- Press Down: Gently press the sandwich down to secure all the ingredients together and meld the flavors.
- Slice the Sandwich: Cut the sandwich in half, either diagonally or straight through the middle, depending on your preference.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Honey Mustard Turkey Avocado Sandwich right away for the best taste and texture, or pack it for a convenient meal later.
Notes
- Use ripe avocado for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- To make it gluten free, substitute the bread with gluten-free bread.
- You can add sliced tomatoes or cucumbers for extra crunch and freshness.
- To reduce fat, use light honey mustard sauce or less avocado.
- Toast the bread to enhance texture and flavor, but it can also be served untoasted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: honey mustard turkey sandwich, avocado sandwich, healthy turkey sandwich, easy lunch recipe, whole grain sandwich
