Dried figs contain calcium, iron, and potassium. The latter "works with sodium to maintain the body's water balance," says sports dietitian Barbara Lewin, R.D. Prosciutto is high in sodium, making it ideal after working in the garden, when you need electrolytes. Red peppers are brimming with vitamin C, which Harvard researchers have found may keep upper-respiratory-tract infections at bay.
Serves: 2
Prep: 6 min
Cook: 12 min
Total: 18 min
Ingredients
Directions
1. In a pot, boil 1/2 cup apple cider and 1/2 cup dried figs, then simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Move to a food processor; blend with 1 teaspoon honey, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.
3. Spread on 4 slices whole-wheat baguette. Top 2 slices each with 1 ounce prosciutto, 1 slice Swiss, spinach, and roasted red pepper.
4. Top with remaining bread.
Nutritional Facts per serving
Calories 480.3 cal
Fat 12.3 g
Saturated fat 5.4 g
Cholesterol 31.3 mg
Sodium 817.9 mg
Carbohydrates 80.6 g
Total sugars 35.1 g
Dietary fiber 9 g
Protein 22.5 g
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