Today I decided to make a turkey alfalfa sprout sandwich that has been one of my favorites for years. My mom has been making this sandwich for me since middle school, and I had forgotten about it until recently. I would eat this exact same sandwich every single day of the school week… it’s THAT good!
A couple weeks ago my mom and I went to a fresh produce store and were looking through all the vegetables. There were some of the strangest looking vegetables I had never even seen nor heard of. As we were looking through, I saw the box of alfalfa sprouts and remembered this sandwich that I haven’t had in a couple years. Of course I had to buy them, and I’m so glad I did. Since then I’ve had it for lunch almost every day (some things never change).
In this sandwich, there is the perfect combination of healthiness, but still absolutely delicious. I love the textures with the alfalfa sprouts and the smooth creaminess from the combination of the French dressing and cream cheese. I also love the crunchiness from the pumpkin seeds. I’m always a huge fan of having something crunchy with my meals, and for lunch I usually grab a bag of potato chips. My solution to break this not so healthy habit was pumpkin seeds. I’ve also used almond slices as a replacement to the pumpkin seeds, and that is just as delicious!
- 2 slices of Healthy multigrain bread
- 2 slices of deli Turkey
- ¼ cup of Alfalfa sprouts
- 2 tablespoons of Pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons of Cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon of French dressing
- Spread cream cheese on one slice of bread.
- Sprinkle pumpkin seeds on the cream cheese.
- Place turkey and alfalfa sprouts on the seeds.
- Drizzle French dressing on top to finish it off.
- Serve with a side of fresh fruit or vegetables.
Jen @JuanitasCocina
May 24, 2013 at 6:49 amMmmmmm…heading out to get some sprouts!
Lane @ Supper for a Steal
May 24, 2013 at 6:51 amSounds like a good lunch. I love sprouts of all kinds.
Helene D'souza
May 24, 2013 at 7:11 amYour sandwich reminds me of a school time friend. Her mum would make such a sandwich frequently for her and I remember liking the flavors too. I had forgotten about it, thanks for reminding me. 🙂
FamilyFoodie
May 25, 2013 at 8:43 pmSo glad I refreshed your memory Helene… let me know if you try this sandwich.
Diana @GourmetDrizzles
May 24, 2013 at 11:23 amWhat a great sandwich! Love the combination of flavors! I might try it as a turkey roll up w/out the bread too, for a low carb meal- yum!
Nicole
May 25, 2013 at 10:36 amMm…. Alex this sandwich looks AMAZING. I adore sprouts so this one would immediately become a favorite! Great recipe and beautiful pics!
Rosie @ Blueberry Kitchen
May 25, 2013 at 4:32 pmThis is such a delicious sounding sandwich, thanks so much for the lunch idea!
FamilyFoodie
May 25, 2013 at 7:31 pmThank you so much Rosie… it is a true favorite at our home.
Nikki Alaee
July 9, 2013 at 6:31 pmThis is one of my favorites now! Thank you so much!!