Name: Green Goddess Crunch Sandwich
Yield: Makes 2
Ingredients: 1/4 cup basil; 1/4 cup chopped chives; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt; 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 1 lemon, halved, divided; Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 English hothouse cucumber, thinly sliced; 4 slices multigrain bread; 1 avocado, thinly sliced; 8 oz. mozzarella, sliced 1/4" thick; 2 cups sprouts (such as alfalfa or broccoli)

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A salad between two slices of bread! This picnic-ready meal has major California vibes, with an herby yogurt smear, tons of feel-good sprouts, and buttery avocado.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 2

Ingredients

1/4 cup basil

1/4 cup chopped chives

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

1 lemon, halved, divided

Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper

1/4 English hothouse cucumber, thinly sliced

4 slices multigrain bread

1 avocado, thinly sliced

8 oz. mozzarella, sliced 1/4" thick

2 cups sprouts (such as alfalfa or broccoli)

Preparation

Step 1
Place basil, chives, mayonnaise, yogurt, and 2 Tbsp. oil in a blender. Finely grate in zest from a lemon half, then squeeze in its juice. Purée until smooth; season dressing with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Place cucumber in a small bowl; squeeze in juice from remaining lemon half. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
Step 3
Spread one side of each slice of bread with dressing. Divide avocado between 2 slices of bread; season with salt and pepper. Top with cucumber, mozzarella, and sprouts and close up sandwiches.