This breakfast sandwich isn’t just for breakfast. Enjoy it literally any time, seriously! What a magical sandwich. This sandwich is also part of the Top 10 Foods for Runners series! This sandwich is actually like a triple win because it has whole grains, sweet potatoes, and eggs. If you want to read more about the benefits of eggs for runners, click here.
Breakfast (sandwich) of champions
Ingredients
- 2 slices sturdy whole grain bread
- 3 tbsp mayo
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 small sweet potatoes, peeled
- 3 eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for cooking eggs
- 2 slices provolone cheese
- 6-8 slices turkey/chicken
- 4 slices tomato
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- salt and pepper
Instructions
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In a small bowl, mix together mayo, basil, and sun-dried tomatoes. Set aside.
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Using a cheese grater, grate the sweet potatoes. Place grated sweet potatoes on two paper towels and use to squeeze out any extra moisture.
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium pan. In a medium bowl mix together sweet potato and one egg. Form 4 patties and add to pan.
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Cook until golden on each side. Drain on paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
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Spread mayo on each slice of bread. Lay turkey/chicken and cheese on two of the slices. Toast until bread is golden.
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Meanwhile, cook two eggs over-medium. Season with salt and pepper.
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Create each sandwich by stacking sweet potato hash on top of cheese, followed by avocado, egg, tomato, and spinach. Cut in half and serve.
