18 sandwich ideas to change up your midday meal
These 18 sandwich recipes cover a range of options for lunch or a quick dinner. They include classic combinations as well as ideas with a little twist. Great for keeping meals interesting without a lot of extra effort.
Easy Turkey Pesto Sandwich
This turkey pesto sandwich is your new go-to for a quick, satisfying lunch, ready in 15 minutes and stacked with good stuff. Think toasted sourdough, melty mozzarella, herby pesto, turkey, and spinach all in one bite. Get the recipe: Easy Turkey Pesto Sandwich
Creamy Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Juicy grapes, crunchy pecans, and chickpeas tossed in a lemon-dill dressing and stuffed into buttery croissants make this sandwich seriously crave-worthy. This creamy chickpea salad sandwich might be the easiest vegetarian lunch you actually look forward to. Get the recipe: Creamy Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Pesto Chicken Sandwich
This pesto chicken sandwich is the kind of meal that feels fancy but takes no time. Toasted ciabatta, melty mozzarella, juicy chicken, and fresh microgreens make it a go-to for summer lunch or dinner. Get the recipe: Pesto Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Salad with Cranberries and Walnuts
Make the most of your leftover rotisserie chicken with this simple chicken salad featuring cranberries and walnuts. Using plain Greek yogurt for creaminess and extra protein, it’s a sweet, crunchy dish ready in under 15 minutes, perfect for a quick lunch or meal prep. Get the recipe: Chicken Salad with Cranberries and Walnuts
Avocado and Veggie Breakfast Sandwiches
Scrambled eggs cooked with sautéed fresh veggies combined with melted cheese and ripe, creamy avocado on a toasted bagel make avocado and veggie breakfast sandwiches a great vegetarian option. Get the recipe: Avocado & Veggie Breakfast Sandwiches
Chicken Salad Sandwiches
This flavorful chicken salad sandwich comes together fast and works for any meal. Serve it on bread, a croissant, or lettuce—easy to prep ahead and always a hit. Get the recipe: Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Vegetable Pizza Pinwheels
This vegetable pizza pinwheels recipe is a fast and easy snack or family-friendly dinner recipe. The best part about this easy starter recipe is that it’s so colourful and loaded down with veggies. Get the recipe: Vegetable Pizza Pinwheels
Salmon Sandwiches with Lemon-Dill Aioli
This sandwich features tender, flaky salmon, sweet pea shoots, thin slices of crisp cucumber, and a delicious aioli with dill, lemon zest and juice. Served on super-soft ciabatta bread. Get the recipe: Salmon Sandwiches with Lemon-Dill Aioli
Chicken Salad Sandwich with Poppyseed
A light and healthy chicken salad sandwich recipe that has all the garden veggies, fresh avocado, dill, cheddar and a light poppy seed dressing all piled up on a toasted wheat hoagie bun. Get the recipe: Chicken Salad Sandwich
Curried Salmon Salad
Ready to kick things up a bit? This curried salmon salad recipe works as a sandwich filling, but it is also delicious as a chopped salad over greens, an appetizer on top of crostini, or a baguette. Get the recipe: Curried Salmon Salad
Grilled Pepper and Mozzarella Sandwiches
These simple but flavorful grilled pepper and mozzarella sandwiches are a perfect vegetarian summer dinner that comes together in only 20 minutes. Grilled peppers, aged Balsamic vinegar, fresh mozzarella and pesto piled high on a ciabatta bun make a fabulous meal. Get the recipe: Grilled Pepper & Mozzarella Sandwiches
Turkey Bacon Grinders
Being able to make a great sandwich that is a full meal deal is great for busy weeknights. These turkey bacon grinders are a flavour-packed filling sandwich that make for a quick and satisfying dinner. Get the recipe: Turkey Bacon Grinders
Sliced Egg Sandwich Recipe
Sliced egg sandwich recipe step by step. An easy, delicious protein-packed boiled egg sandwich made with real fresh ingredients. The recipe can be made in just 10 minutes if boiled eggs are already in hand. Get the recipe: Sliced Egg Sandwich Recipe
Cucumber Hummus Sandwich
This vegan cucumber hummus sandwich is super easy to make and absolutely delicious. It is filled with many nutritious vegetables, too. Get the recipe: Cucumber Hummus Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Take chicken breasts to another level with this easy and delicious grilled chicken sandwich. Moist grilled chicken topped with melty provolone and served on a toasted brioche bun with seasoned mayo, fresh tomatoes, bacon, iceberg lettuce and pickles. The perfect sandwich bite. Get the recipe: Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Napa Almond Chicken Salad Recipe
This Panera bread chicken salad recipe gives the restaurant version a run for its money. Forget the boring ham and cheese sandwich and take your lunch to the next level with this Panera copycat recipe. Get the recipe: Napa Almond Chicken Salad Recipe
Avocado Chicken Salad
Looking for a new way to stuff your sandwich? This recipe for avocado chicken salad will blow you away. So much tangy, creamy flavour that will leave you totally satisfied. Get the recipe: Avocado Chicken Salad
Green Goddess Sweet Potato Sandwich
This green goddess sweet potato sandwich is stacked with roasted sweet potato, creamy avocado, fresh veggies, and a bright herby dressing. It’s a great option for an easy lunch or a quick plant-based dinner. Get the recipe: Green Goddess Sweet Potato Sandwich