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BBQ Black Bean Sandwich with Creamy Vegan Slaw, plated

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BBQ Black Bean Sandwich with Creamy Vegan Slaw

  • 30 min
  • 2–6 servings
  • 613 kcal / serving

A hearty vegan sandwich with a creamy slaw and smoky beans; the filling has solid texture and tang, while the slaw stays fresh, making it a straightforward weeknight choice.

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Ingredients

  • ½ (15 oz) canblack beans
  • 1 mediumcarrot
  • 2 clovesgarlic
  • ½ small bunchgreen onions (scallions)
  • ½ medium headnapa cabbage
  • 2whole grain buns or rolls
  • ½ mediumyellow onion
  • carrots
  • yellow onions

From the pantry: apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, ketchup, onion powder, paprika, pure maple syrup, salt, soy sauce, vegan mayonnaise

Cookware

can opener · chef's knife · colander · cutting board · garlic press (optional) · grater (optional) · julienne peeler (optional) · measuring cups · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · small saucepan · stirring spoon · toaster (optional) · vegetable peeler · whisk or fork

Directions

  1. 1) Peel and mince the onion.
  2. 2) Heat a small saucepan over medium heat.
  3. 3) Peel and mince the garlic.
  4. 4) Add a light coating of oil to the pan and swirl to coat the bottom.
  5. 5) Add the onion and garlic; cook, stirring often, until just softened.
  6. 6) Rinse and drain the black beans, then add them to the pan and stir to combine.
  7. 7) Stir in ketchup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and spices; reduce heat to low and let simmer, stirring occasionally while you prepare the slaw.
  8. 8) In a large bowl, whisk together vegan mayonnaise, a splash of vinegar, Dijon, maple syrup, and onion powder to make the dressing.
  9. 9) Wash and dry all fresh produce; trim the cabbage, halve it, and thinly slice to add to the dressing bowl; julienne or grate the carrot and add to the bowl; trim and slice the green onions and add to the bowl as well, mixing with the dressing.
  10. 10) Toast the buns if desired, then plate each bottom bun and top with a portion of the bean mixture and some of the slaw; cap with the top bun and serve with any remaining slaw on the side.

Two tips

  • Prepare the slaw dressing ahead and refrigerate until you’re ready to assemble.
  • If you have extra carrots or cabbage, use them to stretch the filling for an additional sandwich or two.

Nutrition per serving

Calories
613 kcal
Protein
16 g
Carbs
71 g
Fat
32 g
Fiber
15 g
Sodium
937 mg

Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.

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