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California Avocado and Chicken Summer Sandwich

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Total Time: 15 min

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Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information
per serving

Calories 410
Total Fat 22g
Saturated Fat 5g
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 45mg
Sodium 580mg
Total Carbs 35g
Dietary Fiber 4g
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 22g
Potassium 570mg

Vitamin A 440 IU; Vitamin C 9 mg; Calcium 64 mg; Iron 3 mg; Vitamin D 5 IU; Folate 76 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.2 g

% Daily Value*: Total Fat 34%; Vitamin A 8%; Vitamin C 15%; Calcium 6%; Iron 20%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

This sandwich is bursting with fresh summer flavors thanks to the sweet basil pesto, earthy grilled onion and chicken, tangy goat cheese, luscious California Avocado, and slightly bitter greens. Layer them on a loaf of French bread and your picnic lunch is ready to be served!

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Serves: 4

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1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1 Tbsp. Italian salad dressing 1/2 large red onion, cut into 4 rounds 1/2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil 1/2 long French baguette 15 oz. goat cheese, softened 3/4 packed cup arugula 2 ripe Fresh California Avocados, seeded, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices As needed Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 Tbsp. basil pesto
  1. Place the chicken and salad dressing in a bowl and stir until the chicken is well coated. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Brush both sides of the onion with the olive oil and set aside on a plate.
  2. Heat a grill to medium-high. Lightly oil the hot grill. Grill the chicken and onion until the chicken is no longer pink inside and the onions are tender and lightly charred, about 5 to 6 minutes per side.
  3. Let the chicken cool slightly; slice into thin strips. Separate the onion into individual rings.
  4. Slice the baguette all the way through lengthwise. Spread the goat cheese evenly on the bottom half. Top with the chicken, onion, arugula, and avocado. Season with the salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Spread the pesto on the top half of the baguette. Close the sandwich, cut into individual sandwiches and serve.

*Large avocados are recommended for these recipes. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Copyright © 2012, Liz Weiss, MS, RD and Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RD: www.MealMakeoverMoms.com

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*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Did You Know?

There are hundreds of avocado varieties grown in California, but only a few of them are grown commercially. All types of California Avocados can be part of a Mediterranean Diet.

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As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados

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