The Floozified Jerked Vegetable Sandwich!

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
The Floozified Jerked Vegetable Sandwich – a spicy and savory vegetarian delight!
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Prep

25 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

37 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 scallions , chopped
2 garlic cloves
1 scotch bonnet pepper , seeded ( or other milder chile such as jalapeno for less heat )
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1/2 - 1 tablespoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 ears corn
8 small portabella mushrooms ( or button mushrooms )
1 onion , cut into wedges
12 cherry tomatoes , halved
1 medium zucchini , cut into quarters ( or eighths )
2 red bell peppers , seeded , quartered
lime wedge
4 hoagie rolls ( optional ) or 4 French bread ( optional )
mayonnaise ( optional )
4 -8 slices provolone cheese ( or other cheese of your choice ) ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
470
Sugar
11g
Fat
28g
The Floozified Jerked Vegetable Sandwich is a fusion of Caribbean and American flavors, featuring a medley of grilled vegetables marinated in a spicy jerk seasoning. This sandwich is a satisfying and healthy choice for those who want to reduce their meat intake or enjoy a flavorful vegetarian meal. With its bold flavors and colorful presentation, this sandwich is perfect for summertime cookouts or weekday lunches.

Instructions

1.In a food processor, pulse the scallions, garlic, and pepper until finely chopped.
2.Add the olive oil, sugar, soy sauce, thyme, allspice, and cinnamon and pulse until combined.
3.Remove the husks and silk from the corn and cut the kernels from the cobs. Cut the mushrooms, onion, zucchini, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
4.Add the spice mixture to the vegetables and stir until well coated.
5.Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and grill the vegetables until they are tender and charred in spots, about 10-12 minutes.
6.To assemble the sandwiches, spread mayonnaise on the rolls, if using, and top with the grilled vegetables and slices of provolone cheese.
7.Serve with a lime wedge.

PROS

This sandwich is bursting with spicy and savory flavors, perfect for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

The grilled vegetables offer a variety of textures and tastes, from sweet and juicy to crunchy and charred.

CONS

The scotch bonnet pepper can be very spicy, so adjust to your heat tolerance level.

This recipe calls for the vegetables to be grilled, which may not be feasible for everyone depending on access to cooking equipment.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sandwich is a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, as well as vitamins and minerals.
The grilled vegetables add a boost of antioxidants while the spices provide anti-inflammatory benefits.
However, the cheese and mayonnaise add saturated fat and calories, so enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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