Kale Sandwiches With Avocado Recipe

Name: Kale Sandwiches With Avocado
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme or tarragon; 1 pound kale, stems and center ribs discarded; 1 cup canned fava, garbanzo or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 garlic clove; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan; 8 slices whole-grain bread; 1 ripe avocado, sliced

Servings: persons

1
In a small jar, combine 2 tablespoons oil, vinegar, mustard, thyme and 1/4 cup water; season with salt and pepper. Cover and shake until well combined.
2
Stack kale leaves and roll into a cigar shape. Slice into thin strips; turn 90 degrees and slice again crosswise until you have what looks like kale confetti. Toss in a bowl with vinaigrette.
3
In a food processor, blend beans, garlic and salt to taste for less than a minute. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil slowly through the feed tube, blending, until mixture is smooth. Stir in Parmesan.
4
Spread 1 slice whole-grain bread with 1/4 bean spread; top with 1/4 kale, 1/4 avocado and another bread slice. Repeat with remaining bread, spread, kale and avocado.

337

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme or tarragon, and more.

Yes, Kale Sandwiches With Avocado falls under the Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kale Sandwiches With Avocado

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Variations & substitutions

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