Mediterranean English Muffin Sandwich

© 2014 Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. All rights reserved. Change up the kids' meat and cheese sandwiches for these tasty and healthy English muffin sandwiches. Look for light, whole-grain muffins. At about 100 calories, they leave room for a variety of tasty toppings, and the small size is perfect for lunchboxes.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 1 serving

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 small carrot, grated
• 1⁄2 small cucumber, diced
• 1⁄2 plum tomato, diced
• 1  whole-grain English muffin
• 3  tablespoons  hummus
• 1  slice reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1⁄4 avocado, sliced
• 1  tablespoon  roasted unsalted pistachios (optional)

Directions

1. Mix the carrots, cucumbers and tomatoes together in a bowl.
2. Toast the muffin to desired darkness.
3. Spread the hummus on one half of the muffin, place the cheese slice on top, then add the avocado. Top with the vegetable mix. Sprinkle the top with pistachios if using, and close the sandwich. Enjoy!