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Pesto Veggie Sandwich with Avocado

This veggie sandwich is layered with sautéed vegetables, avocado, with a creamy pesto spread. Easy to make, this toasted sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: burgers and sandwiches
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: lunch, Sandwich, summer
Servings: 2 Sandwiches
Author: The Wandering Veggie

Ingredients

  • drizzle of avocado or olive oil
  • ¼ of a red onion sliced into rounds
  • ½-¾ of a zucchini sliced into rounds
  • ½-¾ of a yellow squash sliced into rounds
  • pinch of salt and pepper
  • ½ of a red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado Sliced
  • ¼ cup pesto (more if needed)
  • 4 slices of bread hearty wheat, sourdough, or ciabatta

Instructions

  • Heat skillet on medium heat. Once hot, drizzle oil and add onion, zucchini, and yellow squash with a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté until everything is softened and a golden brown begins to appear.
  • Lightly toast bread, then add a spread of pesto.
  • Build sandwiches: onion, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, and avocado.