Open Carrot Sandwich ( Healthy Starter Recipe)
by Tarla Dalal

A zesty and healthy topping of low-fat paneer and colourful vegetables makes this a scrumptious starter. Only 60 calories per sandwich, this is a nourishing starter to begin a healthy fare.

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Open Carrot Sandwich ( Healthy Starter Recipe) recipe - How to make Open Carrot Sandwich ( Healthy Starter Recipe)

For The Topping
1 cup grated carrot
1 cup grated cucumber
2 tbsp grated low-fat paneer (cottage cheese)
1 tsp green chilli paste
2 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)
1 tbsp tomato ketchup
1 tsp white pepper powder
1/2 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp finely chopped celery (ajmonda)
salt to taste

Other Ingredients
1/4 cup soya flour
salt to taste
1 tbsp sesame seeds (til)
4 whole wheat bread slices
1 1/2 tsp olive oil

Method
For the topping

Squeeze the carrots and cucumber and drain out the excess water.
Combine all the ingredients including the carrots and cucumber in a bowl and mix well.
Divide the topping into 4 equal portions and keep aside.

How to proceed

Combine the soya flour and salt along with 1 tbsp of water in a bowl to make a thick batter. Keep aside.
Brush 1/8 tsp of oil on one side of each bread slice.
Place each bread slice on a flat surface, with the brushed side facing downwards and spread a portion of the topping evenly over it.
Brush a little soya batter evenly over the topping.
Place each open sandwich on a non-stick tava (griddle) with the topping facing downwards and cook, using ¼ tsp of oil, till the topping turns golden brown in colour.
Turn over and cook till the other side turns golden brown in colour.
Cut each bread sandwich into 2 equal portions diagonally and serve immediately.