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Avocado + Caramelized Red Pepper & Onion Sandwich


My family is blessed with all girls and one boy, but today I wanna welcome my cousin’s baby boy (my nephew) who arrived into the world earlier today.  I can’t wait to meet you little one… you’re life is going to be filled with so much love and so much joy.  Love, hb!

I’ve embraced fall, but clearly I’m still hanging on to summer.  avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 092

This avocado right here, it took about a week and a half to ripen, that’s right, a WEEK AND A HALF.  avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 110

That’s one thing I’m gonna miss most about summers… avocados that ripen within a couple of days.avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 101

Anyhow, once my avocado finally ripened, I sautéed some red bell peppers and onions until they were caramelized, you know, when everything gets all nice and golden brown and sweet.  Oooohhhhh.avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 087

And to that I added some cilantro.  And some buttery, creamy avocado.avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 095

This concoction right here is one not to be missed.  avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 093

Go buy your avocado today and make this ASAP!  Healthy never tasted so good.avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 103


NUTRITION: Avocados are rich in Antioxidants and are a good source of Fiber, Folic Acid, and Vitamins B6, C, E and K.  In addition, they help lower cholesterol and contain anti-cancerous properties.  Bell Peppers are a great source of Vitamins A, B6, and C.  Whole Wheat Bread adds Fiber and Protein to this sandwich. 

INGREDIENTS (makes 2 sandwiches):

  • Garlic Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil – 1 tbsp
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes – 1 tsp (use less if you can’t handle heat)
  • Onion – 1 medium (sliced)
  • Red Pepper – 1 medium (sliced)
  • Salt – 1/3 to 1/2 tsp
  • Black Pepper – 1/4 tsp
  • Fresh Cilantro Leaves – small handful or 2 tbsp (chopped)
  • 100% Whole Wheat Bread – 2 slices per sandwich
  • Avocado – 1 (sliced)
  • Fresh Lime – just a squirt for the avocado.



DIRECTIONS:
1. Start by slicing the onion and red pepper.
2. Heat a pan on medium heat, once hot, add oil and crushed pepper flakes.
3. After 5 seconds or so, add the onion and red pepper.  Toss. 
4. Season with salt and black pepper.  Toss.  Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the onion caramelizes or is golden brown.
5. In the meantime… toast the bread.
6. Slice the avocado in half and slice into long pieces.

7. Chop the cilantro.
8. This is what the sauté mixture should look like.  Adjust the salt as need be.  Turn off the stove.avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 146
9. Add the cilantro and toss.  avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 147
10. Layer as follows.  Take a toasted slice of bread. 
11. Top with sautéed onion-red-pepper.
12. Top with avocado slices.  Season the top of the avocado with a touch of salt and a squirt of lime juice.
13. Cover with the other slice of bread.  Slice in half and serve immediately.  avocado caramelized red pepper & onion sandwich 106


TELL ME: Do you add avocados to your sandwiches?  What’s your favorite avocado sandwich combo?



Recipes You Will Love:

Avocado Tartine… healthy, guilt-free, delicious! Spinach & Tomato Panini with Buffalo Hot Sauce Caramelized Onions & Mushroom Panini… to heaven and back! My Hubby’s… Grilled Philly Veggie “Greek Style”

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  1. [email protected] says

    looks easy and quick enough to make for lunch! and I've refrigerated my avocados since they are too ripe – time to make a sandwich. I've had avocados in Pret sandwiches or I add to my veggie burgers at home.
    And congratulations on your nephew – babies bring such joy to families!!!!

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    • honeywhatscooking says

      Thanks Archana.. it's super quick and easy. I need to eat at Pret more often, although I work in Manhattan, there are barely any Prets near me. I love adding avocados to veggie burgers, so good!!! Yes, babies bring a lot of joy to the families, especially to all the aunts and uncles without any responsibility! 🙂

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  5. Khushboo says

    Congrats on the birth of your nephew…how exciting! Avocado is one of my favorite sandwich and salad additions- it adds such a creamy texture! One of my favorite sandwich combos is turkey, hummus & avocado….toast with mashed avocado & runny eggs. Both taste heavenly!

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  11. Ashley says

    Congratulations on your nephew! That's so exciting! And this sandwich … it looks amazing. This is definitely my kind of sandwich – especially with all that avocado!

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  12. Ameena says

    Congrats on your new nephew! So exciting for you all.

    You probably already know this but the fastest way to ripen an avocado is to put it in a paper bag for 2-3 days. It's perfect every time!

    The sandwich looks amazing. I said it on Instagram and I'll say it again – I'm starving! 🙂

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    • honeywhatscooking says

      Thanks Ameena. Yeah.. I've heard of it, but I didn't do it this time. My avocado was sitting next to super ripe bananas so I figured that may speed up the process, but didn't happen.
      Thanks… I hope you make this… it's healthy and only takes 15 minutes. 🙂

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  14. Amelia says

    Congratulations to you on your new nephew!! Avocado is one thing I go crazy on when in Australia. I add it to everything. You definitely have the best sandwich recipes!

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  16. Tara says

    I always add avocado to my sandwiches (if I have them at home). They are the perfect finisher and go good with everything! Also, that way you do not have to put mayo. Your sandwich looks amazing. I always get lazy to toast the bread but it adds a great texture.

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  18. Asmita says

    What a gorgeous sandwich Nisha! Love the flavors from the sweet peppers and cilantro and if that's not enough the creamy avocado to go with it. So many different textures in the sandwich. Just makes me want to grab it!

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