Grilled Tuscan Sandwich

20 min

4 servings

The high temperature of the grill transforms vegetables and gives them a smoky, almost caramelized flavour. An easy & delicious way to make your plate 1⁄2 veggies for a fiber and antioxidant boost!

Ingredients

  • 1⁄4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1⁄2 tbsp Big Burger Sauce Mix
  • 1⁄2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp relish
  • 4 portobello mushrooms
  • 1 large zucchini
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp Tuscan Chicken Burger Seasoning
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 1 avocado
  • 8 lettuce leaves
  • 8 slices whole wheat bread

Preparation

  1. For the sauce, in a bowl combine mayonnaise with sauce mix, ketchup and relish. Set aside.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high.
  3. Remove stems and scrape gills from mushrooms. Slice zucchini lengthwise into long strips. Brush each with oil and sprinkle evenly with seasoning. Thinly slice tomato and avocado; set aside.
  4. Place mushrooms and zucchini on grill. Grill, turning often until lightly charred and tender, about 8 min. Move pieces to a cutting board when done.
  5. To assemble sandwiches, coarsely chop mushrooms and zucchini. Spread bread with Big Burger Sauce; top 4 slices with lettuce, grilled veggies, tomato, and avocado. Cover with top pieces of bread. Cut in half and serve.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 350, Fat 17 g (Saturated 2.5 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 420 mg, Carbohydrate 41 g (Fiber 10 g, Sugars 9 g), Protein 13 g.

Tips

Add more protein to your sandwich by adding tuna or leftover cooked, chopped chicken.

Perfectly Balance Your Plate

Serve with 1⁄2 cup lean protein such as canned tuna, chicken, mashed chickpeas, or smoked tofu.