Open Toasted Sandwich of Awse

I thought I would share with you something that has been brightening the middle of my day for a few weeks now. Obviously the variations are endless, but this is how I do it!!

OPEN TOASTED SANDWICH OF AWSE
(formerly known as the Open Toasted Sandwich of Awes - Thanks Jac!)

• Toast 2 slices of Country Life Performax bread (yes you can use any bread but this stuff is healthy, low GI, blah blah blah & yummy!)
• Smear both slices with a layer of low fat cottage cheese (home brand will do)
• Add a layer of low fat ham, low fat turkey or one of those yummy little cans of flavoured tuna/salmon. (Put several slices of ham or whatever on each to ensure you get enough protein.)
• Add a layer of sliced beetroot (yes from the can - try a low sodium one)
• Top with a handful of rocket (Half on each - don't forget to rinse it. If you're not sure, rocket is sort of like lettuce only way tastier. Use lettuce if you prefer. You can buy "wild rocket" in a 100gm pack for $1.98 from Coles. This will be enough for about a week)
• Slice some fresh tomato on top of the rocket. (I prefer vine ripened to regular: they're more tasty but a bit more pricey!)
• If you grow fresh herbs shred a couple of basil leaves on top, otherwise a sprinkle of the dried stuff will do fine. Or if it's too hard, go without.
  
• Add a smidge of salt - (I prefer Vegie Salt) - and a little grind of black pepper and VOILA!

This is a delicious lunch or even breakfast, with a good balance of protein, carbs & vegies. I'm not going to make any claims as to the fat content etc but I know it is very healthy. Guys can probably use 3 or 4 slices of toast, either make each one a "closed" sandwich, or simply make 3-4 open ones.

This meal could be prepared at work at lunchtime if you have access to a toaster, a sharp knife to cut the tomato, and a fridge to store everything. Oh and a plate would be handy. It only takes about 5 minutes to put together if you have everything in the fridge.

Let me know if you try this... and any tasty variations you come up with!