For Children’s Day Flying Carp Rolled Sandwiches

The flying carp is a symbol of Children’s Day in Japan, and this dish is inspired by the tradition of flying carp kites.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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For Children’s Day Flying Carp Rolled Sandwiches

Cooking Method: Grilling Cuisine: International Courses: Lunch, Sandwich Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 slice Bread slices
• 4 tablespoon Cream cheese
• 4 slice Smoked salmon
• 8 slice Cucumber
• 4 stick Carrot
• 4 slice Red bell pepper
• 4 leaf Lettuce leaves
• 2 teaspoon Black sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Lay out the bread slices.
2. Spread cream cheese evenly on each slice.
3. Place a slice of smoked salmon on top of each bread slice.
4. Arrange cucumber slices, carrot sticks, red bell pepper slices, and lettuce leaves on top of the smoked salmon.
5. Roll up each bread slice tightly and secure with toothpicks.
6. Preheat a grill pan over medium heat.
7. Grill the rolled sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
9. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.