White Bean & Avocado Sandwich

White beans mash seamlessly into a creamy protein-packed spread for a satisfying healthy sandwich that makes for an easy lunch or dinner. Mix it up by trying it with canned chickpeas or black beans. This vegetarian sandwich recipe is also a fiber superstar: avocado, beans, greens and whole-wheat bread team up to give it 15 grams of fiber, more than half of what most women should aim for in a day.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium avocados
  • 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • ¼ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 8 slices whole-wheat bread, toasted
  • 1 cup chopped jarred roasted red peppers, rinsed
  • 8 thin slices sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)
  • 4 cups baby lettuce

Directions

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