From smashed vegan egg salad to creamy avocado with a stack of veg, these delicious vegan sandwich ideas are a win. 💚
Let’s face it—when lunchtime rolls around, we all want something easy, filling, and seriously tasty. Well these 10 easy vegan sandwich ideas are yummy, creative, and nutritiously stacked.
They’re also easy to make, packed with plant-based proteins, and endlessly adaptable to what you’ve got in the fridge.
Think smashed vegan egg salad with a tangy twist, creamy avocado with crunchy sprouts, chickpea and hummus with a splash of veg, and definitely more.
From toasted to cold, high-protein to raw and crunchy, this lineup proves that vegan sandwiches are anything but boring!
Vegan Sandwich Ideas
Here’s a list of 10 vegan sandwich ideas to get you started!
1. Tofu ‘Egg’ Salad Sandwich
Crumbled firm tofu mixed with vegan mayo, green onions, celery, dill, paprika, mustard, pink salt and black pepper with an optional dash of curry or turmeric makes a rich and tasty egg-style salad piled high on seeded gluten-free (GF) bread.
2. Sweet Potato, Black Bean, & Avocado Sandwich
Roasted sweet potato chunks, smashed black beans, and avocado slices sandwiched in gluten-free bread with stacked veggies, lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a sprinkle of cumin.
3. Pesto Veggie Sandwich
Zucchini, red bell peppers, and grilled eggplant layered with basil pesto and sun-dried tomatoes on ciabatta, sourdough, or GF bread—Mediterranean magic in sandwich form.
4. Cucumber Tofu Dill Salad Sandwich
Light, creamy, and refreshingly herby, this cucumber tofu dill salad sandwich starts with firm tofu, gently mashed, and topped with vegan mayo, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and a touch of Dijon. Crisp cucumbers are finely chopped and folded in with pinches of garlic powder and nutritional yeast.
5. Spicy Tempeh & Veggie Stack
Pan-fried tempeh slices seasoned with tamari and garlic on baby spinach and veggies with vegan sriracha mayo on toasted GF sourdough.
6. Cheesy Garlic Mushroom Melt
Sautéed mushrooms with garlic, thyme, and olive oil are layered on warm ciabatta or GF sourdough with vegan cheese slices and topped with greens, onions, and fresh herbs—earthy, melty, and comforting.
7. Beetroot Hummus Sandwich
Beetroot Hummus or raw beetroot pairs beautifully with tangy cashew cheese and a handful of arugula and greens on crisp bread, finished with a splash of balsamic glaze for a slightly sweet, savory kick.
8. Avocado Smash Toast with Fresh Herbs
Smashed avocado blended with lemon juice, sea salt, and chili flakes is spread thick over organic buckwheat bread with additions like alfalfa sprouts, cucumber ribbons, and a sprinkle of seeds.
9. Chickpea Hummus & Sprout Sandwich
Creamy chickpea hummus meets crunchy whole garbanzo beans with either rainbow slaw (cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers tossed in lemon juice and tahini) or vegan vinaigrette mayo and fresh sprouts—tasty, zesty, and perfect for gut-loving fiber.
10. Smashed White Bean & Artichoke Sandwich
Creamy white beans mashed with lemon juice, garlic, chopped artichoke hearts, and a drizzle of olive oil, layered with baby spinach and arugula on rustic GF bread—bright, tangy, and protein-rich.
Takeaway
So whether you’re craving something savory or cold, these delicious vegan sandwich ideas form a basis for even more ideas.
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