Honey Roasted Beet and Arugula Sandwich

10 Oct Honey Roasted Beet and Arugula Sandwich

Looking for a new lunch idea? Sweet roasted beets, fresh peppery arugula, and a scallion infused cream cheese make a great combination for this delicious veggie sandwich. Or pair it with soup for a simple dinner option!

Honey Roasted Beet and Arugula Sandwich

Ingredients:
4 beets (bulbs only)
2 Tbsp honey
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ cup scallions, roughly chopped
½ block of cream cheese, softened (4 oz)
4 slices of your favorite bread or 2 rolls
Arugula

• Roast the beets.
  • Peel each bulb.
  • Slice into ¼ inch wide rounds.
  • Place in a single layer on a parchment lined baking sheet.

• • Brush on honey. If the honey is really thick, you may need to heat it a little bit to make it more spreadable.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Flip the beet rounds and repeat the honey and salt/pepper steps.
  • Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes.
  • Remove and let cool.

• Make the scallion cream cheese.
  • Place the scallions in a food processor. Pulse for 10-15 seconds.  Scrape down sides and pulse again.

• • Add cream cheese. Blend for 10-15 seconds and then scrape the sides down.
  • Blend again until the scallions are well incorporated.

• To assemble sandwiches –
  • Spread scallion cream cheese on the bottom slice of bread.
  • Layer on the roasted beets and then the arugula.
  • Top with the second slice of bread.

• Enjoy!

Recipe and photos by Stephanie Borzio.  Stephanie is a mom of three active boys and is an autoimmune warrior.  After battling her own health for several years, Stephanie found healing through food and lifestyle changes, including joining Blooming Glen Farm CSA of which she is a long time member.  She is a Board Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who is passionate about sharing healthy living tips and real food recipes.  Instagram and Facebook: Tru You Essentials; Website: www.truyouessentials.com