30+ Easy Vegan Sandwiches for Lunch (& Dinner)
These easy vegan sandwiches are the best thing to pack for lunch! They are healthy and the perfect quick, filling meals for kids and adults alike!
Vegan Sandwiches
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Many of us grew up on Tuna salad sandwiches. Vegan tuna salad is mildly close in flavor, though not fishy. Seaweed granules and Old Bay seasoning are the key ingredients to making this taste mildly of the ocean.
Let’s travel to Japan for tamago sando or egg salad sandwich that you can find in most convenience stores. I am intrigued by the ingredients: tofu, vegan mayo, sugar, nutritional yeast, and broth. Serve the salad on soft bread for the perfect high-protein, make-ahead lunch.
I am a bit of a pushover for creamy hummus on a sandwich. Fill it with fresh summer vegetables, omega-3 avocado slices, and sprouts. This is beyond easy and really hard to resist.
The person who coined the term green goddess was on to something. This plant-based sandwich exemplifies green goddess goodness. Spinach, basil, dill, and avocado are the base for the green dressing that adorns the meaty chickpeas, cabbage, and cucumbers. This is green on green and crazy healthy.
I don’t think curry powder gets enough praise or inclusion in Western diets. It is amazing when added to creamy sandwich salads, such as this mashed chickpea and vegan mayo spread with fresh herbs.
One of the best sandwiches ever invented is the California Club sans the turkey. My local sandwich shop makes it with all veggies and plenty of avocado. This recipe for a vegan Cali club is so beautiful and bursting with healthy veg and hummus “mayonnaise.”
By now, everyone’s heard about avocado toast. But what if you wanted to add protein and another level of creaminess? How about Hummus and Avocado Toast? Toast some multigrain bread, slather on hummus and avocado and add a few tomato slices. Lunch is ready!
What a great use of the versatile chickpea! Mashed and combined with walnuts and cranberries, this spread is a protein-rich faux chicken salad with a bit of a chunky texture.
I’ve had vegan BLTs before but this one has a unique touch — aquafaba mayo. When you try the crisp tofu bacon with the juicy tomato and that zingy mayo, you’ll simply stand up and applaud. We are in the presence of sandwich ingenuity.
Here’s to giving the reuben, that old-school deli classic, a modern makeover. There’s still sauerkraut but this reuben is proud to have cashew cheese, tahini, tomatoes, spinach and basil stacked on pumpernickel! It’s the reuben of the future!
If it has pesto in it, you’ve automatically got my attention. A shredded tofu pesto sandwich? Sounds like I need to rush over to your place for lunch. Pesto for herby goodness, tomatoes for acid and shredded tofu for substance. I’m on my way.
Here’s another “fool-your-non-vegan-friends” recipe. One look at this Buffalo Cauliflower Sandwich and they’ll beg you for one. You’ll oblige, knowing full well they’ll be expecting chicken. They’ll be so enamored with the buffalo and ranch sauces that they may never guess the vegan truth.
Just about anything can be made into a sandwich salad. Eggs, chicken, shrimp, salmon and wholesome plant-based ingredients. You gotta try chickpeas for protein and avocado, instead of mayo, for the creamy goodness. This sandwich makes for a scrumptious lunch or a light dinner.
Grilled cheese is the ultimate comfort food, but don’t despair, vegans! Vegan cream cheese and vegan cheddar slices are actually a thing. Add some fresh and pickled jalapeños and you’ve got the tastiest and most elevated grilled cheese ever.
Anything with vegan bacon sparks my interest. Smoky eggplant bacon, cucumber, and arugula on toasted ciabatta is an upscale vegan version of a classic BLT.
Can we really improve on the beloved grilled cheese sandwich? This vegan spinach artichoke grilled cheese is the most elegant and satisfying sandwich you might ever eat.
Get out your panini press because we are making toasty sandwiches with golden-breaded tofu and vegan cheese slices. The crunch factor will have you saying, “Oh, now THAT’S a good sandwich!”
Quick lunch idea — turn on the oven, get some quality bread and add a serious layer of pesto. Drop on a few slices of tomato and bake. Then, let the customizing begin — sun-dried tomatoes, vegan cheese, spinach or arugula are all winning options.
If you haven’t made jackfruit pork, you need to change your ways. Drain them, trim and then sauté with aromatics. Then add spices, a few other ingredients and stick in the refrigerator overnight. The next day, assemble your gyros! It’s that simple!
When you add pesto to chickpea and avocado salad, you rocket an already delicious dish into the stratosphere of yum. Use on sandwiches, as a dip for crackers, crostini or veggies or even on top of a lettuce bed.
When chickpeas meat curry spices and yogurt you have my attention. It simply works! Along with crisp veggies, this is an epic filling for a healthy lunch sandwich.
When you picture a tofu sandwich, you might imagine something bland. Not this sandwich! The thinly sliced tofu is marinated in soy and maple syrup, giving it that sweet and savory kick. Then, they’re pan-fried in coconut oil to get them nice and crunchy.
How does this sound — a sandwich with silky smooth avocado and sliced cucumbers for a nice, fresh crunch? Toast the bread, assemble and take a bite. You’ll know you’ve got something really special for a light lunch or a snack.
Ever had one of those days when you’re starving at lunch? Next time, make a vegan meatball sub! Mushroom and lentil meatballs dripping in zesty marinara sauce. Add some veggies and serve on a crusty roll. Talk about heaven!
Ah, what’s more romantic than a picnic in the park? Surprise someone special and pack a few Tomato, Basil and Artichoke Picnic Sandwiches in a basket and set out on a romantic adventure. Each bite will add to the magic of the day.
Here’s a hoagie that you can actually feel good about devouring. It’s jam-packed with spiced-up roasted veggies on a soft hoagie roll. Add a few slices of vegan cheese if you want to be a little naughty.
Freak out your friends by presenting them with a platter of egg salad sandwiches. They’ll be like, aren’t you a vegan and you’ll be like, yep. They’ll never guess they’re packed with tofu, herbs and veggies instead of eggs.
Summer means having something fresh for lunch. Try these Smashed Chickpea Green Goddess Sandwiches. Herby and lemony with a cucumber and fresh spinach crunch. Add a little avocado for creaminess and you’re in sandwich heaven.
A vegan Italian Pressed Sandwich? Totally! Who needs cold cuts when you’ve got eggplant, olive tapenade, veggies, red wine vinegar and olive oil? Put it all on a ciabatta or a rustic sourdough loaf, press it to merge the flavors and then dig in.
Kimchi in your grilled cheese? Heck yeah! All that spicy, probiotic-rich, fermented cabbage with vegan cheese actually works! The texture is tender and gooey with just enough meatiness from the kimchi.
Anything with Mediterranean inspiration is delicious because the flavors are bold and the ingredients pay homage to the healthy diet of the region. This sandwich is bursting with grilled veggies, herbs, and sun-dried tomatoes.
What are your favorite vegan sandwiches?
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30+ Easy Vegan Sandwiches for Lunch (& Dinner)
These easy vegan sandwiches are perfect to pack for lunch! They are healthy and the perfect quick, filling meals for kids and adults alike!
- whole wheat bread
- tomatoes
- pesto
- tofu bacon
Calories: 300kcal
Vegan Sandwich Ideas FAQ
It depends on the type of sandwich, but lettuce, arugula, onions, tomato slices, and avocado are excellent veggies to add to a sandwich to add crunch, flavor, and creaminess. Try a TTLA with tempeh, tomato, lettuce, and avocado, or a grilled veggie sandwich with grilled or roasted onions, eggplant, mushrooms, and bell peppers.
Yes, PB&J sandwiches are vegan and an easy option for a quick meal that anyone will enjoy, kids and adults alike! Most peanut butter and jellies are vegan, but double check the labels for ingredients like honey, and be sure to choose a vegan bread free of honey, milk, and eggs.
A vegan sandwich can be made of all kinds of ingredients! Start with a meat alternative like baked tofu or tempeh, seitan, or vegan cold cuts, add a spread like vegan mayo or hummus, and load up the sandwich with raw or cooked veggies, pickle slices, or tapenade.
Yes, lots of vegans (and non-vegans) enjoy eating hummus! It’s a filling, versatile snack and sandwich spread that provides a healthy dose of protein, fiber, healthy fat, vitamin C, and iron from chickpeas, lemons, and tahini. Serve as a dip with crackers or veggie sticks, or add to a sandwich.
