Sandwiches make for easy lunches, can be great comfort food, and are an all-round classic. Going vegan doesn’t mean they have to be off the table (literally!). If you get creative, you can come up with so many vegan sandwich options. Enter your email & we’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from us every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Hurry the Food Up.
Vegan takes on classic sandwiches
We have included vegan recipes for many classic sandwiches. Check out the Vegan BLT and Vegan Reuben recipe! Chickpeas are an important base for lots of vegan sandwich fillings. Full of protein and mild in flavor, they can be used to make a vegan tuna salad sandwich and a vegan chicken salad sandwich, among others.
Now without further ado, here’s our list of vegan sandwiches
There are plenty of tasty, nutritious, and healthy vegan sandwich recipes right here in this compilation, for you to sink your teeth into. Be it for your lunchbox, a quick meal, or for a vegan sandwich platter, whatever you are looking for, you will find it here! Bonus: creamy, healthy, delicious The Ultimate Avocado Sandwich. A healthy sandwich filled with avocado, cheese, tomatoes, and rocket (arugula) for a juicy and unbeatable taste! Bonus: meaty, sweet toastie This tempeh sandwich is THE new vegan sandwich. Mega tasty and super nutritional, it sets the new bar for all sandwich lovers out there. Protein: 9gCalories: 337kcalReady in: 15 minutesRecipe by: VeggieFunKitchenBonus: delicious, crunchy, high protein This BBQ Chickpea Salad Sandwich is so easy to make with only a few ingredients – canned chickpeas, vegan mayo, BBQ sauce, red onion, packaged coleslaw, and panko bread crumbs. In just a few minutes you’ll have a crunchy, tasty, high-protein sandwich on the table for the whole family to enjoy! Ready in: 40 minutes (prep time 10 minutes)Recipe by: LittleSugarSnapsBonus: healthy and full of veg Rejuvenate your lunchtime sandwich habit with a veggie-loaded Beetroot Hummus Roasted Chickpea Avocado Sandwich. It’s a bright, tasty, wholesome, and satisfying mouthful. Protein: 11gCalories: 360kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: Cadry’sKitchenBonus: creamy, spicy, delicious Here’s an easy lunch that’s packed with protein and a punch of spicy flavor (and here are even more protein packed vegan lunches!). This hearty sandwich combines chickpeas with buffalo sauce. Then it’s finished on a toasted bun with vegan blue cheese dressing to cool & balance the heat. Protein: 9gCalories: 341kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: TheBellyRulesTheMindBonus: fragrant, hot, delicious This is the Bombay Sandwich. Loaded with sliced veggies, masala aloo (potato), and topped with chutney and sev. This Bombay sandwich is arguably one of the best vegetarian/vegan sandwiches ever. It’s super delicious, exploding with amazing flavors, and ready to rock your socks off! Protein: 19.6gCalories: 577kcalReady in: 25 minutesRecipe by: ConnoisseurusVegBonus: meaty, smokey, spicy These tempeh sandwiches are packed with spicy flavor! Made with blackened tempeh, greens, and creamy vegan Remoulade sauce, they cook up in minutes and are perfect for lunch or dinner. Protein: 12gCalories: 446kcalReady in: 15 minutesRecipe by: BePlantwellBonus: creamy, healthy, full of protein This chickpea and avocado sandwich is packed with protein and full of cilantro, celery, dill, green onion, lime, and more! The perfect sandwich for work, to keep you fueled up all day! Protein: 7gCalories: 486kcalReady in: 10 minutesRecipe by: TheRusticFoodieBonus: flavourful, easy, full of protein This Curried Chickpea Salad Sandwich recipe makes for a simple lunch recipe that’s easy and healthy! They’re flavored with Indian spices, vegan, and gluten-free. Protein: 33gCalories: 450kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: WowIt’sVeggieBonus: filling, cheesy, hot This vegan Philly cheesesteak is so easy to make and the result is a hearty and delicious sandwich! The blend of vegan meat, caramelized onions, green peppers, and vegan cheese blend together for the perfect vegan cheesesteak! Protein: 16gCalories: 410kcalReady in: 5 minutesRecipe by: TinnedTomatoesBonus: healthy and full of veg A delicious sandwich. Sweet crunchy apple with lightly spiced falafel with apple, salad and a tangy sauce. Ready in: 20 minutesRecipe by: VegCookBookBonus: crunchy, toastie fillings, anyone? Cheap vegan sandwich filling that is nutritious and suitable for breakfast, family dinner, picnics, kids’ packed lunch (check out more kid-friendly recipes here!). you name it, this one fits the bill! Protein: 9gCalories: 252kcalReady in: 10 minutesRecipe by: CookingCanuckBonus: healthy, crunchy, full of fresh veg This is the veggie hummus avocado sandwich that I make day after day! Stacked with veggies, this vegan lunch is a tasty powerhouse of nutrients. Protein: 9gCalories: 596kcalReady in: 25 minutesRecipe by: MyGoodnessKitchenBonus: pretty cool dressing, nice sauerkraut trick Sautéed spiced mushrooms, homemade red cabbage sauerkraut, Russian dressing, and pickles pack a flavor punch in this vegan twist to a Reuben Sandwich. Protein: 6gCalories: 292kcalReady in: 40 minutes (prep time 10 minutes)Recipe by: VeggieDessertsBonus: healthy and full of veg This roasted vegetable sandwich is extra delicious, and the quick pea pesto brings an extra awesome taste. Perfect for a picnic or lunch. Easy, vegan, and vegetarian. Make it in the oven or on the grill. Protein: 13gCalories: 368kcalReady in: 15 minutesRecipe by: HappyKitchenRocksBonus: nutritious, full of protein, flavourful Bite into a deliciously chewy vegan bagel sandwich infused with Mediterranean baba ganoush, crisp cucumber, rich sun-dried tomatoes, and spicy arugula. Protein-rich and delightfully nutritious, your lunchtime options just got a whole lot tastier. Protein: 7gCalories: 176kcalReady in: 25 minutesRecipe by: KeepingThePeasBonus: simple, spicy, lots of veg These vegan bao buns with portobello mushrooms are so simple to make! Sliced portobello mushrooms are cooked in a spicy soy sauce marinade, and paired with quick pickled onions, simple greens, and sliced tomatoes, in between a fluffy whole wheat tortilla. Protein: 31gCalories: 520kcalReady in: 35 minutesRecipe by: MyQuietKitchenBonus: classic, smokey, crisp With carrot bacon AND tempeh bacon, this Vegan BLT is full of both flavor and nutrition! A healthier version of the classic, keep it oil-free with my Aquafaba Mayo. For a gluten-free BLT, use your favorite GF bread, and use tamari in the marinade. Ready in: 10 minutesRecipe by: WornSlapOutBonus: creamy, nutritious, simple This healthy chickpea “chicken” sandwich has all of the things I love about a chicken salad sandwich…with delicious chickpeas instead of chicken. It’s naturally vegan, easily made gluten-free, and so darn tasty. Protein: 33gCalories: 477kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: VeganBlueberryBonus: chewy, healthy, full of protein Packed with flavor, this vegan chicken salad recipe uses soy curls for a ‘chewy’ texture, red onion, celery, toasted almonds, and choice seasonings to make a salad spread you can’t resist! Protein: 25gCalories: 391kcalReady in: 5 minutesRecipe by: TheVeganLunchboxBonus: cheesy, crunchy, fresh veg The Ploughman’s sandwich is a British classic. This is the vegan version and it adds an ingredient often missed in this popular sandwich. Protein: 21gCalories: 688kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: LittleSunnyKitchenBonus: healthy, fresh veg, smokey flavors This vegan eggplant sandwich is so delicious that you’ll keep making it over and over again. Layers of smoky and fresh vegetables are packed in panini bread, then toasted till perfection! Protein: 7gCalories: 121kcalReady in: 10 minutesRecipe by: VeggieChickBonus: full of protein, healthy, creamy This Vegan “Egg” Salad sandwich is loaded with the same delicious flavors as a real-egg salad sandwich. You’ll be hooked! Protein: 13gCalories: 337kcalReady in: 10 minutesRecipe by: VeggieInspiredBonus: healthy, full of veg and protein This Veggie Hummus Sandwich is super quick, easy, and customizable, not to mention healthy and nutritious. It’s got texture and flavor and it might just become your new favorite lunch! Ready in 10 minutes or less! Protein: 23gCalories: 454kcalReady in: 1 hour (prep time: 25 minutes)Recipe by: VeggiesDon’tBiteBonus: filling, flavorsome, hot This vegan meatball sub is the ultimate comfort food! It’s filled with protein, has hidden veggies, and is easy to freeze and pull out for those busy nights! Protein: 15gCalories: 604kcalReady in: 35 minutesRecipe by: HappyKitchenRocksBonus: healthy and full of veg This warm, juicy vegan jackfruit sandwich will satisfy your cravings for BBQ pulled pork and comfort food in one go. Try this easy and delicious sandwich packed with nutrients and fiber! Protein: 6gCalories: 344kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: VeggieChickBonus: cheesy, healthy, delicious Nothing beats a good Reuben! And these vegan Reubens are made with cashew cheese, sauerkraut, and crisp veggies, all layered on nutty pumpernickel bread. Protein: 13gCalories: 181kcalReady in: 25 minutesRecipe by: ThisHealthyKitchenBonus: healthy, juicy, delicious Hearty and nourishing, vegan sloppy joes are jam-packed with tons of flavor in every, single bite. This healthy and nutritious dish is simple to prepare, and you can make it in your hands off Instant Pot, or on the stovetop too. Healthy ingredients have never tasted this good! Protein: 15gCalories: 535kcalReady in: 35 minutesRecipe by: ChoosingChiaBonus: healthy, crispy, tasty This is a vegan take on the classic Vietnamese sandwich. It’s made with marinated tofu, pickled veggies, and a crusty baguette! Protein: 6gCalories: 234kcalReady in: 11 minutesRecipe by: KnowYourProduceBonus: easy, quick, healthy If you’re looking for a legit vegan tuna sandwich, this is it! Filled with chickpeas, celery, onions, fresh herbs, kelp flakes, and even flaxseed for omega 3. This sandwich is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Bonus: filling, tasty, high protein 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. Enjoy it right away! 🙂 After scrolling through our list of delicious vegan sandwich recipes, some questions might have popped up. We have anticipated a couple here and answered them in detail. If you have any more, do post them in the comments section. If I can give you a formula, it would be along the lines of: A creamy element to do the work of mayo – hummus and/or avocado is excellent, if not the better, stand in:
some grilled veg like yellow or red bell peppers and tomato some fresh veg like sliced cucumber, onions for added crunch, maybe some olives or capers iron-rich baby spinach or peppery arugula to bring it all together.
For added oomph, bring on the beans – bean patties, or even just cooked beans especially if you are using a pita pocket. I think the question should actually be, what CAN’T a vegan eat in a sandwich! We hope you enjoyed our compilation of the best vegan sandwich recipes and that we have given you lots of ideas. If there were any vegan sandwich fillings that you particularly liked, drop us a comment below!
