Simple and Healthy, Rainbow Roll Tartine

Here’s a fun twist on a classic rainbow sushi roll that is visually stunning and brimming with nutritious goodness. Chock full of antioxidants, this Rainbow Roll Tartine contains a healthful combo of high-fiber whole grains, lean protein, and heart healthy fats. Easy to assemble and exploding with flavor, you can feel good about indulging in this brightly colored tartine!

INGREDIENTS

  • Whole wheat bread (1 slice)
  • Smoked salmon, or any lean meat like tuna or turkey (approx. 3 ounces)
  • Avocado (1/4 avocado)
  • Ricotta cheese, part-skim (1 ounce)
  • Black sesame seeds (1 teaspoon)
  • Radish (1/2 cup)
  • Lime juice (1/2 of a fresh lime)
  • Cilantro (to garnish)

Nutrition Facts: 306 calories, 24 g carb, 24 g protein, 14 g fat  

DIRECTIONS

  1. Toast whole wheat bread until golden brown.
  2. Slice smoked salmon into small thin pieces.
  3. Slice open avocado and remove pit. Slice avocado into small pieces while it’s still in the shell, then gently scoop the slices out with a spoon.    
  4. Slice radish into thin slivers.
  5. To assemble, place whole wheat toast onto a platter. Smear with ricotta cheese, and alternate placing pieces of smoked salmon and pieces of avocado on top of the toast.
  6. Top with sliced radish, and a squeeze fresh lime juice. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds, and garnish with fresh cilantro. Enjoy!

Want to see this recipe in action, check out the video below!

*Nutrition information obtained from Calorie King.