White Bean Avocado Sandwich

5 from 92 votes

This White Bean Avocado Sandwich is a vegan sandwich recipe that is packed with protein, nutrients & flavor - perfect for lunches & meal prep.

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This White Bean Avocado Sandwich is made from a white bean dip blended with avocados and it reminds me of an avocado egg sandwich. It’s a plant-based protein-packed lunch that is filling, nutritious, and easy to make!

avocado white bean sandwich on sliced bread

This would be stellar for any time of day but there’s really nothing quite like a protein-packed avocado breakfast sandwich to kick off your day. Full of healthy ingredients and flavors that are the perfect boost to the morning.

why you’ll love this vegan sandwich

  • No cooking or equipment needed – just a fork will do for the mashing!
  • Fresh ingredients with fresh taste.
  • Filling and full of superfoods and protein to fuel your body.

ingredients for the avocado sandwich

  • Avocado – The star of the show!
  • White beans – Canned beans work best for this simple sandwich since they are boiled. You can use chickpeas as well.
  • Dressing – Just some extra virgin olive oil along with lime zest and juice for a creamy and citrus flavor
  • Red onions – Chop ’em up to add a crunch to the mix, or skip them and add celery!
  • Arugula – You can use other greens as well so add what you’d like.
  • Seasonings: Adding a little bit of garlic powder, salt and pepper to your liking!
  • Whole grain bread – Toasted or untoasted or try it in a wrap.
Ingredients to make the avocado sandwich with white beans

how to make a vegan avocado sandwich

  1. Add the avocado, olive oil, lime juice and lime zest to a bowl. (Make sure that you scoop out all of the ripe avocado so that you’re not missing out on any of that superfood goodness!)
  2. Mash and mix together until creamy. Using a fork is a great way to mash out and get the avocado mixture nice and smooth.
  3. Add in the rinsed and drained can of white beans to the same bowl.
  4. Mash and mix until combined well.
  5. Put a bit of the arugula on the bread slice.
  6. Top with your mixture of beans and avocado before closing the sandwich.
6 image collage showing how to mash the avocados, add the white beans on top and then make the sandwich

tips for making this Vegan Avocado sandwich

  1. Use ripe avocados. You want to be able to mash the avocadoes easily so make sure that you’re using ones that are ripe.
  2. Toast the bread. Soft bread is great but toasting it works really well, too, and might help it stay extra sturdy with the white bean dip
  3. Change up the greens. Arugula is a favorite but adding lettuce, spinach or kale works as well.
  4. Mash to the texture that you like. The avocado portion will get nice and creamy but adding in the beans means that there will be larger lumps of beans. A fork works well or a potato masher. For an ultra smooth texture, use a food processor.

how do you store the vegetarian avocado sandwich

If you want to make a sandwich ahead of time, add it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge. When you’re ready to eat it, it’ll be ready for you to enjoy.

frequently asked questions

Can you make this white bean sandwich ahead of time?

I would say that making it an hour or two ahead of time is fine but any earlier than that and the bread might start to become a little soggy.

How do I stop my avocado from turning colors?

Lime juice or a little squirt of lemon juice will help with that! You can add it to the mixture and store and it should keep the avocado from turning colors.

What is the easiest way to mash an avocado?

You can use a fork or even a potato masher to smash out those lumps!

Stack of two halves of white bean avocado sandwich with toothpick holding them together

This simple mashed avocado sandwich is sure to be a hit! The flavors and texture of this easy sandwich will have everyone in the mood for a picnic! Add to your meal planning menu this week and give it a try. It’s a simple way to get huge flavors with minimal time and effort.

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This White Bean Avocado Sandwich recipe was originally published on December 17, 2017. The recipe has been slightly modified and the post now includes new step-by-step photos for how to make the sandwich.

Avocado White Bean Sandwich

This White Bean Avocado Sandwich is a vegan sandwich recipe that is packed with protein, nutrients & flavor – perfect for lunches & meal prep.
5 from 92 votes
Servings 2 servings
Course Sandwich
Calories 478
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice and zest of one lime
  • 15 ounce can white beans rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons chopped red onions
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup arugula or other greens
  • 4 slices whole grain bread

Instructions

  • Place avocado, olive oil and juice and zest of lime in a bowl and use a fork to mash until smooth.
  • Add white beans to the bowl and use a fork to mash into the avocados. Stir in the red onions and season with garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Place arugula on top of two slices of the whole grain bread. Divide the mixture on top and then add the other slices of bread. Slice the sandwiches in half and enjoy immediately.

Equipment

Notes

Meal prep: Prep this sandwich ahead of time and make it an hour or two in advance before eating. 

Nutrition

Calories: 478kcal, Carbohydrates: 57g, Protein: 18g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 15g, Sodium: 320mg, Potassium: 1480mg, Fiber: 17g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 148IU, Vitamin C: 11mg, Calcium: 172mg, Iron: 7mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.

Cuisine American
Course: Sandwich

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  1. Avocado Bean…where have you been all my life?

    So delicious. So easy. So versatile.

    Followed main recipe as is but added shredded carrots along with the arugula. I ate with whole wheat tortilla as I am a messy eater 😉 BUT I can also see this as a dip or eaten as a salad. Endless possibilities!

    Thank you & my husband thanks you too. It’ll definitely be on rotation.

  2. I made a batch of this for my lunches last week and to say that I was so excited and thrilled to sit down and eat my avocado sandwich would be an understatement! It was delicious and has made it on a recipe card to go in my regular rotation!

    1. Yay! Happy to hear that you enjoyed the sandwich! It really is so good and perfect for meal prep!

  3. I LOVE this sandwich. We’ve been eating it multiple days in a row and enjoy it so much. An easy healthy lunch!