Pear and Creamy Swiss Cheese on Walnut Bread

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Pear and Creamy Swiss Cheese on Walnut Bread
10 min.
2
318kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delightful vegetarian dish that bursts with flavor? Look no further than our Pear and Creamy Swiss Cheese on Walnut Bread! This tasty recipe is not only dairy-free but also combines the crisp, refreshing taste of fresh alfalfa sprouts with the subtle sweetness of ripe Bartlett pears. Together, these ingredients create a unique and satisfying culinary experience.

Ready in just 10 minutes, this dish is perfect as a light lunch, an elegant side dish for entertaining, or a wholesome snack that won't weigh you down. The nutty, earthy flavor of walnut bread serves as an excellent base for the creamy, Swiss-flavored spreadable cheese, while the Dijon mustard and light mayonnaise add a delightful creaminess and a hint of tang. Not to mention, this dish is easy to prepare—perfect for those busy days when you want something delicious yet effortless.

At just 318 calories per serving, you can indulge in a guilt-free treat that satisfies your taste buds without compromising on health. So, grab your ingredients and let’s get started on creating this mouthwatering Pear and Creamy Swiss Cheese sandwich that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • cup alfalfa sprouts 
  • large purée of usa bartlett pear cored cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
  • 5.2 ounce walnut bread 
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • tablespoons mayonnaise light
  • 1.5 ounce wedges light (such as The Laughing Cow)

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Spread 1 cheese wedge over each of 2 bread slices. Top each bread slice with half of pear slices and half of alfalfa sprouts
    2. Combine mayonnaise and mustard.
    3. Spread half of mustard mixture evenly over each of 2 remaining bread slices; place over sprouts, coated side down.
    4. Cut sandwiches in half diagonally.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories318kcal
    Protein11.5%
    Fat19.13%
    Carbs69.37%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    81.83
    Glycemic Load
    24.88
    Inflammation Score
    -5
    Nutrition Score
    14.120000139527%

    Flavonoids

    Hesperetin
    9.14mg
    Naringenin
    0.72mg
    Quercetin
    0.37mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:318.49kcal
    15.92%
    Fat:6.87g
    10.57%
    Saturated Fat:1.02g
    6.37%
    Carbohydrates:56.05g
    18.68%
    Net Carbohydrates:48.57g
    17.66%
    Sugar:16.15g
    17.94%
    Cholesterol:2.24mg
    0.75%
    Sodium:494.47mg
    21.5%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:9.29g
    18.59%
    Manganese:0.96mg
    48.24%
    Selenium:22.74µg
    32.49%
    Fiber:7.48g
    29.93%
    Vitamin B1:0.34mg
    22.76%
    Vitamin B3:4.44mg
    22.22%
    Vitamin K:20.64µg
    19.66%
    Folate:77.84µg
    19.46%
    Iron:3.21mg
    17.86%
    Vitamin C:12.69mg
    15.38%
    Vitamin B2:0.24mg
    14.23%
    Phosphorus:127.75mg
    12.77%
    Copper:0.24mg
    12.09%
    Calcium:117.06mg
    11.71%
    Magnesium:44.24mg
    11.06%
    Vitamin B5:0.81mg
    8.07%
    Potassium:261.38mg
    7.47%
    Zinc:1.06mg
    7.06%
    Vitamin B6:0.13mg
    6.4%
    Vitamin E:0.64mg
    4.28%
    Vitamin A:81.04IU
    1.62%
    Source:My Recipes