Hurry The Food Up Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes For Busy People
The mighty sandwich: staple of any lunchbox. But how to make delicious vegetarian sandwiches? Our list of 30 Best Vegetarian Sandwich recipes is here to help.
I think we can all agree that anything tastes better when you whack it between two slices of bread, whatever your diet.
But why eat meat when you can enjoy vegetarian sandwich fillings that are just as (if not more!) delicious, and often healthier.
Vegetarian sandwich recipes with cheese
For starters, when making vegetarian sandwiches, we have a key player on our side: CHEESE.
Vegetarian cheese sandwiches are INCREDIBLE – ooey, gooey, melted cheese, stacked with roasted veg, maybe some pesto, between grilled sourdough…well, read our 30 Best Veggie Sandwich Recipes and find out for yourself!
Aside from the million variations of veggie sandwich recipes involving cheese, there are some new classics arising in vegetarian sandwich recipes, which we have made sure to feature.
Other popular vegetarian sandwich ideas
Veggie avocado sandwiches, for example. Avocados are creamy, delicious and so full of health benefits. Popping them in a sandwich is a great way to get a load of their goodness.
Aside from the classic avocado toast, you can smash them up with eggs or chickpeas or layer them with other veggies (or cheese – double-creamy!).
Another popular vegetarian sandwich idea is the chickpea salad sandwich.
This can be a great way to mimic the taste and texture of tuna. Or enjoy them with lemon and garlic.
And don’t forget the sweet vegetarian sandwiches, like the humble PB&J! We have a few recipes which bring this classic to a new level, perfect as a vegetarian breakfast sandwich or healthy snack.
With so many delicious vegetarian sandwich recipes, you will never eat a boring old cheddar or egg salad again!
Savoury Vegetarian Sandwiches
Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUp
Bonus: hot, cheesy, healthy
A delicious, easy vegetarian sandwich, filled with creamy avocado, melty cheddar and tangy red onion.
Ready in: 10 minutes
Recipe by: SaltAndBaker
Bonus: cheesy, melty and delicious
This veggie sandwich with pesto and tomato is so easy to make and it tastes AMAZING!
Bonus: nutritional, mediterranean flavours
A tasty AF veggie sandwich recipe that hits all your nutritional post run needs – carbs, protein, healthy fats and electrolyte replenishment.
Ready in: 15 minutes
Recipe by: GreedyGourmet
Bonus: simple, straightforward and delicious
Learn how to make the perfect egg and cress sandwich recipe with a fluffy tasty egg salad. Also, learn how to serve this vegetarian sandwich elegantly. Enjoy.
Ready in: 25 minutes
Recipe by: Rhubarbarians
Bonus: full of protein and fresh veg
These delicious vegetarian sandwiches are packed with so much protein! French green lentils, cucumber, avocado, and a walnutty herby ricotta cheese.
Ready in: 20 minutes
Recipe by: SheLovesBiscotti
Bonus: healthy and full of veg
This Vegetarian Piadina Sandwich highlights the creamy texture of fresh mozzarella cheese, aromatic arugula & juicy tomatoes.
Ready in: 20 minutes
Recipe by: PiperCooks
Bonus: crunchy, tasty, colourful
Fried onions and mushrooms covered in cheese and topped with lettuce, tomato, and crispy bread makes this veggie grilled cheese sandwich a comforting, flavor-packed spin on the classic grilled cheese sandwich.
Ready in: 10 minutes
Recipe by: JarOfLemons
Bonus: creamy and healthy
Creamy, easy-to-make, and delicious. This Healthy Avocado Egg Salad recipe is made with hard boiled eggs, no mayo, and perfect for a quick and easy lunch in 10 minutes or less!
Ready in: 30 minutes
Recipe by: YummyMummyKitchen
Bonus: colourful, full of fresh veggies
A vegetarian muffuletta style sandwich stuffed with veggies.
Bonus: nutritional, mediterranean flavours
Greek Pitas Recipe. Ready in 10 minutes. High in vitamin A, C and iron. Bursting out with delicious ingredients, perfect as a snack or healthy meal.
Ready in: 15 minutes
Recipe by: MasalaChai
Bonus: cheesy, spicey, with fresh veg
Make these ooey gooey Chutney Grilled Cheese Sandwiches two ways – with cilantro-mint chutney and mango chutney! They’re great for kids and adults and ideal for dipping in tomato soup!
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: AlwaysUseButter
Bonus: spicy, healthy, quick to prepare
This easy vegetarian sandwich with vegan olive tapenade without anchovies is the perfect weekend breakfast. Topped with feta cheese & chopped jalapeño it’s a filling breakfast or snack that brings loads of flavor and a spicy kick to end.
Ready in: 15 minutes
Recipe by: UrbanFarmie
Bonus: crunchy, melty and full of veggies
Delicious Korean street toast with cabbage, carrots, eggs and a fun mix of Korean spices! 15 minute breakfast that’s delicious, fun, and super easy to put together!
Ready in: 35 minutes
Recipe by: FitFoodieNutter
Bonus: full of protein and veggies
These wholemeal rolls with crispy sesame tofu, creamy avocado and crunchy carrots, red cabbage & toasted peanuts are THE ULTIMATE VEGAN SANDWICHES to pack in your picnic basket.
Ready in: 10 minutes
Recipe by: Cooktoria
Bonus: quick, healthy, delicious
This Easy Chickpea Salad Sandwich makes a healthy, filling, and delicious vegetarian lunch. Feel free to add your favorite veggies on top!
Ready in: 15 minutes
Recipe by: JessicaInTheKitchen
Bonus: Healthy, creamy, delicious
This Smashed Chickpea Avocado Sandwich is loaded with so much delicious flavour! It’s super easy to meal prep and is great for back to school or work lunches!
Ready in: 15 minutes
Recipe by: LemonsAndZest
Bonus: super gooey and creamy
This Havarti Grilled Cheese with gooey havarti with avocado and baby greens is sure to make your average veggie grilled cheese sandwich a thing of the past. Soup and grilled cheese just got a makeover!
Potato and Veggie Chorizo Pambazos (Sandwiches Dipped in Red Salsa and Stuffed with Potato & Chorizo)
Ready in: 30 minutes
Recipe by: MexicanMadeMeatless
Bonus: rich, spicy and delicious
A vegetarian version of the popular Mexican street food. Counted as among the best sandwiches and foods of Mexican cuisine pambazos are super easy to make at home. And for all of us that don’t eat meat, you’ll never miss it with this vegan chorizo sandwich.
Ready in: 25 minutes
Recipe by: LoveAndGoodStuff
Bonus: creamy, flavoursome, healthy
Roasted portobello mushrooms, red peppers and zucchini with pesto and melted brie cheese on a ciabatta bun.
Ready in: 15 minutes
Recipe by: WhatAGirlEats
Bonus: cheesy and delicious
Grilled caprese panini sandwiches are a delicious, easy-to-make meal. Mozzarella cheese, basil pesto, and tomatoes are tucked between 2 slices of sourdough, then grilled on a panini press.
Ready in: 25 minutes
Recipe by: ElkeLiving
Bonus: veggie take on a classic
This vegetarian BLT sandwich is amazing! This vegetarian bacon is made with daikon radish and all the right spices for the perfect vegetarian BLT experience!
Ready in: 20 minutes
Recipe by: PickyEaterBlog
Bonus: healthy, sweet, cheesy
This savory veggie panini with caramelized onions makes the vegetarian lifestyle easy – and downright delicious. The fontina cheese oozes out of the sandwich, the bread is warm and crispy, and the sautéed kale adds a complementary lightness.
Ready in: 10 minutes
Recipe by: MinistryOfCurry
Bonus: fresh and minty, with lots of veg
Bombay sandwich is a deliciously wholesome sandwich made by layering thinly sliced vegetables between slices of soft bread, laced with generous amounts of fresh cilantro-mint chutney.
Ready in: 15 minutes
Recipe by: LoveAndGoodStuff
Bonus: cheesy, spicy rocket and juicy tomato
This is the best halloumi sandwich! Perfect pan-fried halloumi, roasted red peppers, arugula, sliced tomato and red onion come together in this refreshing naan bread sandwich with tzatziki.
Ready in: 20 minutes
Recipe by: VeggieDesserts
Bonus: smoky, easy, delicious
This tasty Peruvian Sandwich (vegetable sanguche) is filled with vegetables roasted in Peruvian spices, then layered with avocado and quick pickled red onions.
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: PiperCooks
Bonus: quick, easy, full of protein
Easy, tasty and only 4 ingredients needed for this sandwich filling. No tools or appliances needed, just mash the chickpeas with a fork to the texture you like. Then add mayo, mustard and lemon juice. Season and stuff into the bread of your choice.
Ready in: 10 minutes
Recipe by: VeggieDesserts
Bonus: cheesy, spicey, with fresh veg
This easy Halloumi Sandwich recipe is a hit for lunch or dinner and comes together in only 15 minutes! Enjoy grilled halloumi cheese in a delicious classic sandwich spread with a homemade Sriracha mayo for a spicy kick.
Sweet Vegetarian Sandwiches
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: BlendWithSpices
Bonus: rich, warm, yummy
Grilled Chocolate Sandwich – Super simple, warm, delicious and crispy sandwich. All you need is 5 minutes and 3 ingredients to make!
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: BlendWithSpices
Bonus: healthy, fruity, yummy
Peanut butter and Strawberry- a new, healthier take on the classic vegetarian sandwich, the PB&J. Great for a snack or a quick breakfast!
Anti Hangover Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich (8 Min, Vegan)
Bonus: healthy, full of protein, delicious
Anti Hangover Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich. Simple to make and refuels those important nutrients and amino acids to have you feeling better in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 2 slices bread
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or coconut oil)
Instructions
- Are you really looking for directions? Or just being lazy? It’s a sandwich dude.
- But fine:
- Smear the peanut butter on both slices of bread.
- Cut the banana into about 8mm thick slices and layer them over just ONE slice of bread.
- Sprinkle cinnamon over them.
- Place both slices on top of each other.
- Add oil to the pan and fry both sides for 2-3 minutes until nice and brown and yummy and tasty and boom! Back to bed.
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Hopefully you’ve found a vegetarian sandwich that takes your fancy! If there was a veggie sandwich recipe you particularly liked, or if you have had your own vegetarian sandwich ideas, let us know in the comments.
