| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 0 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 340 | 18g | 4g | 43g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 6g | 8g | 12g | 1g |
Why I Love Canadian Vegan Gluten-Free Bagel Sandwich
When I first laid my eyes on the Vegan Gluten-Free Bagel Sandwich, I was instantly intrigued. As someone who grew up appreciating the rich and varied flavours of Tex-Mex cuisine, I was always eager to experiment with different types of food, no matter where they come from. This Canadian dish, with its delightful medley of textures and tastes, echoes my ongoing culinary journey of innovation and exploration. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity, yet its power to tantalize the palate is quite unparalleled.
The Confluence of Cultures
Beneath the seemingly simplistic surface of the Vegan Gluten-Free Bagel Sandwich, lies a delightful marriage of cultures. The bagel, traditionally associated with Jewish cuisine, gets a vegan twist with the use of vegan cream cheese. The freshness of the tomatoes, cucumber and avocado slices beautifully offset the tartness of the vegan cream cheese, creating a balance just as harmonious as my southern roots mingling with a contemporary outlook. This dish truly encapsulates my love for remixing traditional recipes into something modern yet comforting.
I can not help but draw parallels between this sandwich and a few Southern classics. It seems like a cosmopolitan cousin of the Tex-Mex veggie-loaded tostada, usually laden with a variety of vegetables like tomatoes, onions, and avocados.
Healthful Indulgence
Despite being incredibly delicious, another feature that endears me to the Vegan Gluten-Free Bagel Sandwich is the health factor. Each ingredient carries its array of nutrients, providing a delectable yet guilt-free indulgence. It reminded me of the food philosophy espoused by renowned chef Jamie Oliver, who is a prominent advocate of healthy and nutritious meals. This sandwich perfectly aligns with his motto of “making food good”
Overall, the Vegan Gluten-Free Bagel Sandwich is not just about the food – it’s a testament to a continuously evolving culinary landscape and my perpetual pursuit of bringing something new to the table.
What You’ll Need
- 6 Gluten-free vegan bagels
- 2 cups of vegan cream cheese
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 avocados, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cups of alfalfa sprouts
- 1 cup of pickles, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
Step One
Start off by preparing all your ingredients. Thinly slice the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocados and pickles. Set them aside.
Step Two
Next, cut your gluten-free vegan bagels in half.
Step Three
Spread a generous layer of vegan cream cheese onto each bagel half. Be sure to spread the cream cheese on both the top and bottom halves of the bagels.
Step Four
Begin to build your sandwich. On the bottom half of the bagel, start with a layer of tomato slices. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Step Five
Next, add a layer of cucumber slices. Again, you can season this with a pinch of salt and pepper if you like.
Step Six
Follow this with a layer of red onion slices. Then place a few slices of avocado on top.
Step Seven
Add a generous amount of alfalfa sprouts on top of the avocado, and then layer on some pickle slices.
Step Eight
Finally, put the top half of the bagel on and press down gently.
Step Nine
Cut the bagel sandwich in half, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegan Gluten-Free Bagel Sandwich.
