Grilled Vegetable Sandwich with Walnut Aioli

DESCRIPTION

Grilled veggies may never have tasted so good thanks to a walnut aioli that adds flavour and protein! Delicately balanced spices and herbs lend an earthy aroma and mouthwatering flavours to every bite.

Total Time
30 Mins
Serves
4
Serving Size
1 sandwich
Meal
Lunch

Total Time

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
10 Mins
Total Time
30 Mins

Nutrition

Calories
714 cal
Total Fat
45 g
Cholesterol
3 mg
Sodium
971 mg
Carbohydrates
67 g
Dietary Fiber
9 g
Protein
16 g

Ingredients

Lemon Walnut Aioli
  • 1 cup California walnuts, toasted
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 lemon, juiced
Grilled Vegetable Sandwich
  • 1 zucchini, medium, sliced 1/2-inch (1 cm) coins
  • 1 eggplant, small, sliced 1/2-inch (1 cm)
  • 1 orange pepper, sliced in strips
  • 4 tomatoes, small, sliced in half
  • 1 onion, sliced 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Salt and pepper
  • 8 slices sourdough bread
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Handful basil leaves, chiffonade (optional)

Preparation

Lemon Walnut Aioli
  • In a food processor, add walnuts, Dijon, tahini, mayonnaise and lemon juice; pulse into a chunky paste. Set aside.
Grilled Vegetable Sandwich
  1. In a large bowl, toss zucchini, eggplant, pepper, tomatoes and onion with 2 tablespoon (30 mL) of olive oil, salt and pepper and grill to desired doneness.
  2. Brush bread with remaining oil and lightly grill on both sides. Rub each slice of bread gently with garlic.
  3. Spoon 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of lemon walnut aioli on two slices of bread, and place 1/4 of the grilled vegetables between the slices. Repeat with remaining bread and vegetables.

Optional: Garnish sandwiches with basil leaves.

Tips: The lemon walnut aioli tastes great with grilled chicken. The aioli can also be used as a burger spread or as a veggie dip.

Toasting Walnuts
  • Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Arrange walnuts on a cookie sheet in a single layer. Bake 8 to 10 minutes, checking frequently.
  • Stovetop: Cook walnuts in a skillet at medium-high heat for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently.