Crispy Avocado and Tomato Sandwich

Ingredients

• 1 large avocado
• 1 large tomato
• 4 slices whole grain bread
• 3 tablespoons vegan mayo
• 1 medium lemon
• 1 cup arugula
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   While the skillet is heating, slice the large avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork until smooth, then stir in the juice of half a lemon, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Slice the large tomato into thick slices and set aside.

4. 4

   Spread 1 tablespoon of vegan mayo on one side of each slice of whole grain bread.

5. 5

   In the heated skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place two slices of bread mayo-side down in the skillet and toast for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

6. 6

   While the first side is toasting, spread a generous layer of the mashed avocado on the un-toasted side of the bread in the skillet.

7. 7

   After 3-4 minutes, flip the bread slices and toast the other side for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

8. 8

   Remove the toasted bread from the skillet and assemble the sandwich: on one slice, layer the avocado, followed by the tomato slices, a handful of arugula, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.

9. 9

   Top with the second slice of bread, mayo-side down, and gently press down to secure.

10. 10

    Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately with a side of your choice.