Healthy Californian Recipe

Name: Healthy Californian
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb yellow squash (about 2); 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon sugar (optional); 2 cups red cabbage, shredded (about 1/2 head); 4 ounces goat cheese, softened; 4 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened (NeufchAtel); 1/2 cup chopped green onion; 8 slices whole grain bread; 2 avocados, peeled and sliced; 2 medium tomatoes, sliced; 2 ounces alfalfa sprouts

Servings: persons

1/2 lb yellow squash (about 2)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
2 cups red cabbage, shredded (about 1/2 head)
4 ounces goat cheese, softened
4 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened (NeufchAtel)
1/2 cup chopped green onion
8 slices whole grain bread
2 avocados, peeled and sliced
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
2 ounces alfalfa sprouts

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Prepare the squash:
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Slice yellow squash lengthwise to 1/4-inch thickness. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and set aside for at least 15 minutes.
3
Make the slaw:
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In a medium bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, garlic, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, sugar(if using), and whisk until well blended. Add cabbage and toss until coated with dressing.
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Make the cheese spread:
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In a small bowl, combine goat cheese, cream cheese, and green onions with a spoon until thoroughly blended.
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Assemble the sandwiches:
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On a work surface, place 4 slices of bread and spread each with 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture. Pat the squash slices dry with a paper towel and place them, the avocado, tomato, squash, red-cabbage slaw, and sprouts in layers on the prepared bread. Top each sandwich with a slice of the remaining bread, cut each sandwich in half, and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb yellow squash (about 2), 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Healthy Californian falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Healthy Californian

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