Spin on the brown bag lunch: Hummus Avocado and Tomato Sandwich

I wanted to share with you an easy, healthy lunch if you are looking for a new spin on the brown bag. I got the idea after picking up some hummus and other veggies from our Farmer's Market. If you are in Central Arkansas - you must check out Geek Eats hummus. They are usually at the Hillcrest farmer's market on Saturdays. Below is the recipe I came up with after looking for a new way to eat the Hummus. I tried the original with Lemon Hummus, and have since had it with Siracha and chipotle flavored hummus and it gave it a nice spicy kick.  You could use your favorite flavor and make it work. The below recipe makes one sandwich. There are also times when I can't find watercress or basil,  so I have been using basil from our garden and it's delicious! Another key to this being good, is using good bread. Don't skimp on the bread! (try multigrains and things like Quinoa bread to change it up)



Avocado-Tomato- Cucumber Hummus Sandwich

• 6 tablespoons flavored hummus (Lemon or Spicy or whatever!)
• 2 slices heirloom tomato
• 4 slices English cucumber
• 3 thin slices of avocado
• one tablespoon Watercress leaves or 3 basil leaves or micro greens
• salt and pepper
• 2 slices whole wheat or multigrain bread (the big sandwich slices)

1. Spread 3 tablespoons of hummus on each piece of bread. This helps hold the sandwich together better.
2. Top one side of the bread with the tomatoes. Then sprinkle with a little salt and pepper
3. Layer with cucumber, avocado and watercress sprigs.
4. Top with other bread slice and done!