High-Protein Cucumber Sandwich
from https://www.eatingwell.com/

This high-protein cucumber sandwich features a creamy spread made by whipping cottage cheese with white miso, soy sauce and rice vinegar. This mixture delivers a creamy boost of protein that pairs perfectly with sliced cucumbers, which add a crisp, fresh bite.

These cucumber sandwiches come together quickly with a creamy spread. Whole-wheat bread and the vegetables contribute fiber and nutrients to support overall health. Using fresh cucumber, carrots and radishes creates a crisp texture and layers of freshness.

One reviewer: Don’t let the cottage cheese throw you off, you won’t realize what it is once it is mixed w the other ingredients.

1/4 cup no-salt-added 1% low-fat cottage cheese
1 teaspoon white miso
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar, divided
1 tablespoon thinly sliced scallions
1/2 teaspoon black sesame seeds
2 slices whole-wheat bread, lightly toasted
1/3 cup thinly sliced English cucumber
1/2 small carrot, peeled and shaved into ribbons (¼ cup)
2 tablespoons thinly sliced radishes
1/4 small avocado, sliced

Combine cottage cheese, miso, soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar in a mini food processor; process until smooth, about 1 minute, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in scallion and sesame seeds. Spread half of the cottage cheese mixture on each slice of toast.

Toss cucumber, the carrot ribbons and radishes with the remaining 1 teaspoon rice vinegar in a medium bowl until evenly coated. Layer 1 toast slice with vegetable mixture and sliced avocado; top with the remaining slice, spread-side down. Cut the sandwich in half to serve.

Nutrition Information Serving Size: 1 sandwich Calories 310, Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 2mg, Carbohydrates 46g, Total Sugars 9g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 20g, Fiber 8g, Sodium 795mg, Potassium 524mg

Servings 1