These 11 delicious, creative, and nourishing plant based sandwiches are dairy free, can easily be gluten free, plant based or totally vegan and perfect for a filling lunch to-go or even a quick, lazy night dinner!
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Mmm.. Plant Based Sandwiches!
Over the past year or so I’ve been sharing regular recipe round up posts and many of them have been plant based focused including plant based breakfasts, plant based snacks, plant based blogs to follow, and more! The numbers don’t lie, these particular round ups have been super popular and I can totally see why. The plant based trend is at an all time high! Today I’m sharing a list of delicious and creative plant based sandwiches to add to this group of round ups and I think you are going to love these recipes! For so long sandwiches have revolved mainly around meat – Turkey clubs, BLT’s, tuna salad, etc. and now the plant based movement is turning these classics on their heads with plant focused alternatives that still taste amazing and are super nutritious. While I still love a good classed tuna sandwich now and again, I’ve been really inspired by these plant based options that get creative with vegetables, seasonings, and sauces.
If you are intrigued by this list but don’t think it’s for you because you are intolerant or allergic to gluten, you can easily swap out the bread option in any of these recipes for your favourite gluten free alternative!
The Plant Based Sandwiches List
Avocado Spiced Hummus Sandwich from NITK
This easy veggie-loaded sandwich is one of my favorite sandwich recipes on the blog. It has a lovely dressing and simple fresh flavours that make it satisfying but won’t leave you feeling overly stuffed.
Vegan BLT Sandwich from Minimalist Baker
This mouthwatering twist on a classic BLT sandwich uses eggplant transformed into a delicious plant-based bacon that goes wonderfully with lettuce and tomato. A great option for a plant-based bacon that isn’t made from tofu or tempeh!
Scrambled Tofu and Avocado Breakfast Sandwich from Crowded Kitchen
This plant based breakfast sandwich uses flavourful scrambled tofu with a delicious mix of spices on gluten free English muffins. Along with avocado, micro greens, and a spicy vegan mayo this sandwich would definitely make for a delicious morning!
Spicy Falafel Roasted Veggie Naan-which from Pinch Of Yum
Skip the sandwich bread and go with a delicious naan (gluten free if needed) for this tasty “naan-which” by the oh, so talented Pinch of Yum filled with an easy homemade falafel, magic green sauce made with avocado, and roasted veggies.
The Instagram-Inspired Ultimate Veggie Sandwich from I Am A Food Blog
How many colourful, vibrant veggies can you actually stuff into a plant based sandwich? Let this recipe show you! This ultimate veggie sandwich is packed to the brim with vegetables and the classic condiments for extra flavour!
Vegan Chickpea Tuna Sandwich from Two Spoons
A perfect little plant based twist on a classic tuna sandwich, one of my favourites, this recipe uses protein-packed chickpeas in the place of tuna along with tahini, lemon, and all the right veggies!
Vegetarian Banh Mi Sandwich from Lemons and Anchovies
Banh mi sandwiches have a special place in my heart as they are just so unique and flavourful and not something you see on most sandwich menus. This plant based take on Banh mi has all the classic flavours with a protein swap for tofu marinated in lemongrass, garlic, and soy. Yum!
Avocado Club Sandwich with Marinated Portobello Mushrooms from Dolly and Oatmeal
The star of this tasty club sandwich is the marinated portobello mushrooms that have a hearty consistency and really add the meatless “meat” to this recipe. Along with the mushroom is avocado, radish, lettuce, and tomato. Delish.
Vegan Buffalo Tofu Chicken Sandwich from This Vibrant World
If you are in the mood for something saucy and spicy, this buffalo plant based sandwich is definitely a must. The tofu is smothered in a delicious homemade buffalo sauce, free of any questionable ingredients, and served simply on fresh bread along with spinach and cherry tomatoes.
Heirloom Avocado Bagelwhiches from How Sweet Eats
I have to admit, if I had to choose between sliced bread or a bagel for a sandwich, I’d go with the bagel every time! Bagelwhiches take things a notch up in my opinion and these delicious heirloom avocado bagelwhiches from How Sweet Eats look incredible made with veggie cream cheese (swap for dairy free cream cheese if needed), avocado, heirloom tomatoes, chives, and sprouts.
Vegan Chocolate Bananas Foster Sandwich from The Almond Eater
To end this mouthwatering list of plant based sandwiches is a sweet option that would be incredible for camping or summertime around a fire. This chocolate bananas foster sandwich is made with dairy free chocolate ganache (um, yum!!), bananas, and a healthier caramel sauce. Perfection!
I hope you have thoroughly enjoyed this list of plant based sandwiches and feel inspired to make at least a few over the coming weeks. Lunchtime has officially been taken up a level! Be sure to pin the photo below to save this roundup for later and of course, share the love! So…what’s your favourite plant based sandwich? Tell me about it in the comments!
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Be sure to check out these plant-based posts for more inspiration:
- 12 Super Easy Plant Based Desserts
- 18 Easy Plant-Based Snacks To Try
- 15+ Best Plant Based Blogs
- 17 Delicious & Easy Plant-Based Breakfast Recipes
