Easy Avocado Sandwich

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This Easy Avocado Sandwich is simple to make in just minutes with fresh ingredients! Loaded with avocado, spinach, tomato, cucumber and garlic hummus once you take a bite of this flavor-packed sandwich, it’s sure to become your new favorite lunch!

An avocado sandwich cut in half and stacked on top of each other.

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Easy Avocado Sandwich

Why you will love this recipe

Hearty: With two slices of bread, half of an avocado, veggies, and hummus, this is one filling Avocado Sandwich that’s sure to keep you satisfied!
Nutritious: This sandwich with avocado is chock full of nutrition including vitamins, minerals, protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
Easy Lunch: Making this avocado tomato sandwich is super easy! There’s no cooking involved (unless you want to toast your bread), and it takes just minutes to assemble. It’s perfect for when you need a quick lunch!

For more vegan lunch ideas like this Avocado Sandwich Recipe, check out my Chickpea Tuna Salad, Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad, Spiralized Cucumber Strawberry Noodle Salad, and Rice and Veggies next. Or if you want to add a little more flavor to this sandwich try adding this Easy Spinach Pesto.

Ingredients

Here's a look at the simple ingredients you need to make this avocado and tomato sandwich recipe. Be sure to check the recipe card for the full list and quantities you will need for each item to make this Easy Avocado Sandwich Recipe.

Bread: I prefer either whole wheat, whole grain, or sourdough for this tomato avocado sandwich, but feel free to use your favorite bread. You can use un-toasted or toasted bread.
Avocado Mash: To make the simple avocado mash, you’ll need avocado, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Hummus: My favorite flavor is garlic hummus, but feel free to use another variety such as plain, lemon, or roasted red pepper for this hummus avocado sandwich.
Veggies: This sandwich features spinach, tomato, cucumber, and red or white onion. Feel free to omit any of the veggies or swap them out with what you’ve got on hand.

Variations

Gluten-Free: Simply use your favorite vegan and gluten-free bread to make this tomato sandwich with avocado gluten-free.
Bread: Make avocado tomato sandwich wraps instead by using your favorite wraps in place of the bread.
Hummus: Don’t have any on hand? Not a fan? No worries! Feel free to swap the hummus with some dijon mustard or vegan mayo. You can also try using my Spinach Walnut Pesto.
Spinach: Change things up by using some baby arugula, butterhead lettuce, or microgreens in place of the spinach on this tomato, cucumber and avocado sandwich.
Add Cheese: Add a slice of your favorite vegan cheese or sprinkle on some vegan feta to really up your game with this Easy Avocado Sandwich Recipe.

How to Make This Avocado Sandwich

Step 1: Add the avocado, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to a small bowl and use a fork to mash everything together.

Hummus and avocado are each spread on a piece of bread.

Step 2: Spread the avocado mash on one slice of bread and spread the hummus on the other slice of bread.

Veggies added on top of each half of the sandwich.

Step 3: Layer sliced tomato, cucumber, and onion on one of the slices of bread. Top the other slice of bread with spinach.

Step 4: Put both slices together and enjoy!

Expert Tips

Allow the Toast to Cool: If you’re toasting your bread, allow it to cool down slightly before adding the hummus or avocado mash.
Multiply the Recipe: Serving two? Or three? Or four? Simply multiply the ingredients by the number of avocado sandwiches you need to make. I often make two so that we can both enjoy this tasty sandwich.
Storing: I don’t recommend storing this tomato and avocado sandwich as it does not keep well. If you’d like to pack it to take it to work or school for lunch, it will be okay for a few hours chilled and wrapped in foil or in a sandwich bag. I don’t suggest making it the night before because the avocado mash will brown and the bread will become soggy.
Serving: This is the perfect summer sandwich for lunch on its own or with a side of your favorite potato or tortilla chips and a glass of my Lemon Lime Spritzer. I also like to serve it for dinner alongside a salad or cup of soup like this Pear Almond Salad or this Black Bean Quinoa Soup.

Recipe FAQs

How do I know if my avocado is ripe?

First, look at the color. Ripe avocados usually have dark green to nearly black skin. Then, apply gentle pressure to the avocado with your fingers. If it yields slightly and feels soft but not mushy, it's ripe and ready to use.

How do you store an avocado half?

Since this recipe only uses half of an avocado, you’ll need to store the other half. I recommend leaving the pit in the half you’re going to store. Then wrap it tightly with plastic wrap, ensuring that the wrap comes into direct contact with the avocado flesh to avoid air exposure and reduce browning. Store the avocado half in the refrigerator.

What are the best tomatoes for sandwiches?

Some of my favorite red tomatoes to use for sandwiches are beefsteak and roma. I also really love heirloom tomatoes which come in a variety of colors in addition to red such as orange, yellow, green, and purple.

What bread is best for avocado toast?

Any bread you like best will work but my personal favorites are whole grain or a rustic artisan sourdough bread because they are both more hearty and filling.

How to eat avocado for breakfast?

Avocado toast is a great breakfast and a really filling way to have avocado for breakfast. Another option would be to add it to your chia puddings or smoothies.