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Delicious & healthy avocado turkey sandwich recipe

Written by Sara Westermann | Apr 19, 2023 10:56:00 PM

Are you looking for a way to manage your diabetes while enjoying delicious food? Look no further! Avocado turkey sandwiches are an easy-to-make and inexpensive way to help balance blood sugar levels. Not only are they very tasty, but they also provide key nutritional benefits that can contribute to better overall health. Learn how to make this simple yet flavorful avocado turkey sandwich. 

Choose a lean protein to make a more balanced meal. Healthy fats, like avocado, make the sandwich more filling and add taste and texture. Substitute turkey with a hard-boiled egg for a vegetarian option.

Ingredients: 
  • 2 slices whole grain bread, toasted
  • 3 oz. of protein, e.g., chicken, turkey, eggs, fish
  • ¼ avocado sliced
  • 1 tablespoon hummus, mayonnaise, or mustard
  • 2 slices tomato
  • 3 leaves butter lettuce
  • ¼ carrot
  • ¼ cucumber
  • 2 slices red onion
Preparation: 
  1. Choose whole-grain bread with at least 3g of fiber per slice 
  2. Spread your favorite sauce on one piece of toasted bread 
  3. Layer on your favorite protein 
  4. Load up with vegetables or fruit to add some fiber, vitamins, and minerals 
  5. Top with the remaining piece of toasted bread, and enjoy.
Nutrition facts per serving: 
  • Calories: 395
  • Fat: 12g 
  • Protein: 37 g
  • Carbs: 38 g 
  • Sugars: 8 g 
  • Fiber: 11 g 
  • Sodium: 344 mg 

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