Healthy Recipes Salad Open-Face Goat Cheese Sandwich with Tomato & Avocado Salad 5.0 (5) 3 Reviews This simple lunch comes together in just 10 minutes, making it a great option for busy days. By Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN, is a plant-forward registered dietitian nutritionist, classically trained chef, award-winning cookbook author, professional recipe developer and food writer. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 19, 2023 Tested by Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters." tabindex="0" data-inline-tooltip="true"> EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Save Rate PRINT Share Close Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 1 Yield: 1 serving Nutrition Profile: Diabetes-Friendly Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients ¾ cup grape tomatoes, halved ⅓ avocado, peeled and cubed (or sliced) ⅛ teaspoon salt ¼ cup chopped fresh basil plus 2 Tbsp., divided ¾ ounce soft goat cheese (2 Tbsp.) 1 large slice whole-wheat bread (1 1/2 oz.), toasted ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper 1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted (see Tip) 1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Directions Combine tomatoes, avocado, salt, and 1/4 cup basil in a small bowl. Spread goat cheese over toast. Sprinkle with pepper and the remaining 2 Tbsp. basil. Serve the tomato salad alongside the toast. Sprinkle everything with pine nuts and drizzle with oil. Serve vinegar on the side. Tips To toast pine nuts, cook in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a small plate and let cool. Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2020 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 424 Calories 29g Fat 33g Carbs 13g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 1 Serving Size 1 toast + 1 cup salad Calories 424 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 33g 12% Dietary Fiber 9g 32% Total Sugars 8g Protein 13g 26% Total Fat 29g 37% Saturated Fat 6g 30% Cholesterol 10mg 3% Sodium 597mg 26% Potassium 819mg 17% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.