18 High-Protein Veggie-Packed Sandwiches

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Photo: Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf Looking for lunch recipes with more veggies? We’ve got you covered with these delicious high-protein sandwiches. Each recipe is packed with flavorful and nourishing vegetables like beets, cucumbers, dark leafy greens and more. In addition, these sandwiches […]

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Looking for lunch recipes with more veggies? We've got you covered with these delicious high-protein sandwiches. Each recipe is packed with flavorful and nourishing vegetables like beets, cucumbers, dark leafy greens and more. In addition, these sandwiches have at least 15 grams of protein per serving to help you stay full and fueled until your next meal. Try our Grilled Zucchini & Halloumi Pitas and our Chopped Italian Sandwiches for a meal you'll want every day of the week.

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Grilled Zucchini & Halloumi Pitas

This grilled halloumi pita is loaded with tender-crisp zucchini, fresh tomatoes and smoky halloumi cheese. You can prepare this sandwich inside using a grill pan, or outside using a gas grill.

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Cucumber & Tomato Sandwich

This herby cucumber and tomato sandwich is crisp and refreshing, making the most out of summer’s produce bounty. Chives add a delicate onion flavor to the cream cheese, but dill or basil can be used in their place.

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Mozzarella, Tomato & Prosciutto Sandwich

This prosciutto sandwich takes the classic ham-and-cheese sandwich to a new level with savory prosciutto and fresh, creamy mozzarella. The toasted bread adds a nice crispiness that complements the softness of the fillings. If you want to enhance the basil flavor even more, a smear of pesto on the toasted bread will do the trick.

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Chopped Italian Sandwiches

This mouthwatering chopped Italian sandwich is assembled using a method where all the ingredients are arranged in a single layer, finely chopped together and then layered onto the bread. Feel free to add additional Italian antipasto ingredients like canned artichokes, olives, sun-dried tomatoes or roasted bell peppers for an extra flavorful twist.

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Loaded Cucumber & Avocado Sandwich

This loaded cucumber-and-avocado sandwich is filled with creamy avocado and crispy cucumbers. Ricotta cheese mixed with extra-sharp Cheddar adds flavor while sliced red peppers offer a splash of color.

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Cucumber–Tuna Salad Sandwich

Cucumber adds a refreshing crunch to the creamy tuna salad in this easy sandwich. We opted for Greek-style yogurt to reduce fat and calories and add some tanginess to the dressing. Add some relish, chopped celery or pickled peppers to the tuna mixture to boost the flavor even more.

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Spanakopita Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

These grilled cheese sandwiches give you all the flavors of the Greek spinach pie, spanakopita, without dealing with layers of phyllo–perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

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Chicken & Cucumber Pita Sandwiches with Yogurt Sauce

Cucumbers do double duty in this healthy Greek-inspired chicken pita recipe—they're grated to lend a refreshing flavor to the quick cucumber-yogurt sauce and sliced to provide cool crunch tucked into the pita. Serve these sandwiches for a healthy dinner or light lunch.

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Chickpea Salad Sandwich

This vegan chickpea salad sandwich is lemony, bright and surprisingly delicious. It's got all the flavors of a classic tuna salad sandwich—dill, lemon and a bit of garlic—but with chickpeas instead to add a vegan source of protein and a healthy boost of fiber. Celery brings a nice crunch.

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Baked Falafel Sandwiches

This street-style falafel sandwich is herbaceous, tangy and rich. The falafel gets nice and crispy in the oven while the veggies inside keep it simple and fresh. Make the tahini sauce (see Associated Recipes) ahead of time for easy prep.

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Cucumber Salad Sandwich

Who said you couldn't put a salad on a sandwich? Flavor this creamy cucumber filling with your favorite fresh herbs, tangy feta cheese and lemon.

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Green Goddess Sandwich

This green goddess sandwich is a fresh and satisfying sandwich. The dressing packs a flavorful punch with capers and lemon juice. The cucumber and sprouts add nice crunch, and the seasoned avocado brings in the creaminess.

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Pickled Beet, Arugula & Herbed Goat Cheese Sandwich

This sandwich gets creamy notes from the goat cheese and sweet and tangy undertones from the pickled beets. Peppery arugula and chopped walnuts add nuttiness and crunch to this easy lunch.

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White Bean & Avocado Sandwich

White beans mash seamlessly into a creamy protein-packed spread for a satisfying healthy sandwich that makes for an easy lunch or dinner. This vegetarian sandwich recipe is also a fiber superstar, thanks to avocado, beans, greens and whole-wheat bread.

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Copycat Joe & the Juice's Tunacado Sandwich

Inspired by the viral sandwich from Joe & the Juice, we put our twist on the popular tuna-avocado sandwich. Adding chili crisp to the pesto adds delicious flavor, while processing the tuna with avocado creates a wonderfully creamy spread.

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Cucumber Turkey Sub Sandwich

Hollow out a cucumber and fill it up with your favorite sandwich fillings for a crisp sub with less carbs and calories. Plus, you can easily pack these up for work, school or a picnic--no soggy bread!

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Salmon Pita Sandwich

This quick lunch recipe is loaded with heart-healthy omega-3s thanks to the canned sockeye salmon. If you're bringing this sandwich for lunch, keep the salmon salad separate and stuff the pita just before eating.