Preheat oven to 350º. Scatter almonds on a baking sheet. Toast for 15 minutes, until fragrant. Cool completely.
Meanwhile, steam carrots 10–15 minutes, until very tender. Cool completely.
Put almonds, carrots, salt, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, garlic, and cilantro in a food processor. With motor running, add lemon juice. Continue to process until mixture is spreadable, scraping down sides as needed. (Pâté will be coarse, not completely smooth.)
Spread 2 tablespoons pâté on each bread piece. Top three halves with peppers, optional cheese, and cucumbers. Repeat with remaining peppers and cucumbers. Top with remaining bread; cut in half.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Carrot-Almond Pate Sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 12229Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Sodium 516mg22%
Total Carbohydrates 33g11%
Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Protein 8g16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.