Veggie and Cilantro Hummus Sandwiches

I recreated this deliciously refreshing vegetable sandwich from my favorite bakery. The cool crispness is perfect anytime of the year!

• Preparation Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 601 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• ¼ cup water
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
• 1 pinch paprika
• ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• ½ teaspoon sesame oil
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 4 slices bread
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
• 4 teaspoons red wine vinegar
• 1 cup canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained, rinsed
• ⅛ cup tahini
• ⅔ cup shredded lettuce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

To prepare the cilantro hummus, place the garbanzo beans, tahini, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and paprika into a blender. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of water, lemon juice, and the cilantro. Puree until smooth, and set aside.

Step 2

Whisk together 1/4 cup of water, vinegar, 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, sugar, 1 pinch of salt, and sesame oil in a bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Add the cucumber, tomato, and red onion. Toss to coat the vegetables in the dressing.

Step 3

Spread two slices of bread with the cilantro hummus, and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Top with shredded lettuce and the vegetable mixture. Pour on additional dressing to taste, and top with the remaining slice of bread.