Grilled Vegetable Sandwich with Walnut Aioli

Name: Grilled Vegetable Sandwich with Walnut Aioli
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
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)

Total Time

30 Mins

Serves

Serving Size

1 sandwich

Meal

Lunch

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.

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

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.
Brush bread with remaining oil and lightly grill on both sides. Rub each slice of bread gently with garlic.
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.

NUTRITION

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