Chef Pachi Vegan: LENTIL SANDWICH | EAT DELICIOUS AND KEEP YOUR GLUCOSE ON SHAPE! #chefpachi
Channel: Chef Pachi Gallo Sustainably FIT
Date: 2019-01-22

Chef Pachi Vegan: LENTIL SANDWICH | EAT DELICIOUS AND KEEP YOUR GLUCOSE ON SHAPE! #chefpachi

When you're out and about, this fortified lentil sandwich makes for the BEST WEIGHT LOSS MEAL on the go! Made with whole grain bread (or pita!), fresh lettuce, zesty Pico de Gallo, smoky chipotle sauce, and nutritious lentils, it’s a delicious, easy-to-make option perfect for travel or a quick lunch.

Prep time: 8 min | Cooking time: 0 minutes | Servings: 3 servings | Difficulty: Beginner-friendly 


 INGREDIENTS
 6 slices of whole grain bread or 3 whole pita breads (halved and opened like pockets)
 9 leaves of lettuce (added first to wrap the lentils)
 6 tablespoons of Pico de Gallo
 6 ounces of cooked lentils (2 ounces, or about ¾ cup per sandwich)
 6 tablespoons of chipotle sauce (2 tablespoons per sandwich)



 DIRECTIONS
1. Toast the bread: Lightly toast all 6 slices of whole grain bread or lightly warm the pita halves so they can easily open their pockets.
2. Assemble the sandwich: Spread 2 tablespoons of chipotle sauce on each slice of toast or inside the opened pita pockets. Place the lettuce and let it hang over the bread.
3. Layer it up: Add 2 ounces (about ¾ cup) of cooked lentils and 2 tablespoons of Pico de Gallo to one side of the sandwich or inside the pita. Turn the lettuce leaves into each other to cover the lentils and allow them to stay inside the sandwich as you bite.
4. Finish and serve: Place the second slice of toast on top (or close the pita), press gently, and your sandwich is ready!



 Chef Pachi's Tips for a Perfect Lentil Sandwich:

1. Meal Prep for Convenience: Precook your lentils in bulk and store them in the fridge or freezer. This saves time and ensures a healthy protein option is ready for quick meals.
   
2. Boost the Veggies: For extra crunch, include thinly sliced cucumbers or grated carrots. These provide more fiber and nutrients without adding extra calories.

3. Spice it up: Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of chipotle sauce or swapping it for a milder or hotter sauce, depending on your taste preference.