Tomato-Pesto Sandwich

 This delicious tomato and pesto sandwich is perfect for a refreshing summer lunch. So simple and yummy you have to try it!

4 servings
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, rinsed and drained
• 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt
• Sea salt & freshly ground pepper to taste
• Ciabatta bread
• 1 large ripe tomato, thinly sliced

Preparation

1. Combine basil, cheese, oil and garlic in a food processor or blender and process until well blended. Add yogurt and process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
2. Preheat the broiler. Place ciabatta cut-side up on a baking sheet. Broil until lightly toasted, 1 to 2 minutes. Spread each half with the reserved basil mixture and top with a few slices of tomato. Season with salt and pepper and broil until hot, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition

Per serving: 219 calories; 7 g fat ( 1 g sat , 4 g mono ); 2 mg cholesterol; 35 g carbohydrates; 1 g added sugars; 8 g protein; 6 g fiber; 407 mg sodium; 376 mg potassium.