The cumin and coriander used to season the vegetables are common spices in a number of global cuisines, so you can take the improvisation even further and add a dollop of salsa for Mexican flair, a spoonful of chutney for an Indian twist, a dab of harissa for Moroccan flavor, etc.
YIELD: SERVES 4
VEGETABLES
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. ground coriander
1 tsp. salt
ยฝ tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
2 large zucchini, sliced, ยฝ-inch thick
2 medium red and/or yellow bell peppers, cut into eighths
3 small onions, cut into eighths
2 Tbs. olive oil
BEAN SPREAD
1 tsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.)
1 15-oz. can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 Tbs. lemon juice
SANDWICHES
8 slices whole-grain bread
2 large tomatoes, sliced
2 cups arugula or mesclun lettuce mix
- To make Vegetables: Preheat oven to 375ยฐF. Stir together cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper in small bowl. Set aside.
- Toss together zucchini, bell peppers, onions, and oil in large bowl. Add cumin mixture, and toss to coat.
- Divide vegetables between 2 baking sheets, and roast 30 to 45 minutes, or until tender and golden brown, turning vegetables once or twice and rotating baking sheets from top to bottom. Cool.
- To make Bean Spread: Heat oil in small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, and cook 30 seconds to 2 minutes, or until translucent and fragrant. Add beans, and coarsely mash. Stir in ยพ cup water, and cook 10 minutes, or until mixture is consistency of refried beans, stirring occasionally. Stir in lemon juice, and cool.
- To assemble Sandwiches: Spread 2 Tbs. Bean Spread on each bread slice. Top 4 bread slices with 1 cup Vegetables, 2 or 3 tomato slices, and ยฝ cup arugula. Place remaining 4 bread slices on top. Cut in half to serve.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
Calories: 378
Protein: 15 g
Total Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 65 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 830 mg
Fiber: 20 g
Sugar: 13 g
