A sandwich is one of the most theoretically simple dishes in the world. However, this means everyone's a critic. We all have our favorite sandwiches...this healthy sandwich has definitely become a favorite of mine!
The Recipe: Pretzel Bun Double Meat and Green Avocado Sandwich- Pretzel Bun
- 2 ounces of thinly sliced honey ham
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
The Process:
- Using a knife with a serrated edge, slice the bun in half
- On each side of the bun, lay one ounce of ham
- On one side of the bun, lay the romaine lettuce
- On the other side of the bun, lay the avocado slices
- Close the bun
- Enjoy!
The Calories:
Pretzel Bun: 200 calories (depends on size)
Ham: 60 calories
Lettuce: 8 calories
Avocado: 161 calories
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TOTAL: 429 calories
For under 500 calories, this is an exceptionally filling sandwich complete with a delicious and rich bun, 6 slices of ham, lettuce, and the superfood-avocado.
What went right:
The meat to bread ratio and dry to wet ratios are pretty awesome. The pretzel bun makes this easy; a good bun will be nice and moist at the center. The lettuce adds the perfect amount of crunch. All the ingredients work nicely together. 
What went wrong:
I wouldn't say "wrong", but my personal sandwich preference is chicken or bacon with avocado. The ham definitely worked, considering this was a quick 'on the way out, take whatever's in the fridge' creation.
What I would do next time:
I would have liked to include some tomato, potentially cucumber, and use chicken or turkey instead of the ham.
Would I make this in college:
Definitely. It's fast, simple, and healthy. All the qualities of a college meal!
Overall, I was very pleased with this sandwich. Once I realized I was nearing the end, my bites grew increasingly smaller, savoring every moment.
