The days of boring sandwiches consisting of a Piece of bread and slices of meat slapped together. Instead, watch this list of fades, sliders, paninis and wraps filled with fresh meats, savory spreads and bright vegetables. These healthy sandwiches, all under 600 calories, provide a complete nutritional package, literally at your fingertips.
Pulled Pork Gyros with Radish-Dill Tzatziki
Spice-rubbed lean pork is remarkably tender and delicious after slow cooking all day. Red wine. Grate and serve in a pita brushed with Greek yogurt tzatziki for a light and healthy sandwich.
Sweet and Spicy Grilled Chicken Sliders
Looking for a healthy sandwich that includes buffalo chicken? Your search ends here. These sliders start with purchased buns (opt for whole wheat for more fiber) and contain leftover sauce or roast chickenso it’s a breeze to whip up a big batch in a flash.
Pickled beet sandwiches
A little prosciutto goes a long way in these healthy grilled sandwiches which highlight the energetic watercress and the spiciness Marinated beets. For extra crunch, sprinkle with a few crumbled chips (in the oven or in the kettle if you prefer) before adding the second slice of bread.
Sloppy Veggie Sandwiches
Hearty lentils and brown rice replaces all the meat in these slow cooker fake Joes. Even picky eaters will have a hard time distinguishing these vegetarian sammies from their beefy counterparts.
Smoked Salmon Flatbread
Taste a New York delicatessen via this Cream cheese, healthy lox and caper sandwich. We swap the bagel for a flatbread to keep the calorie count at 284 per wrap.
Honey-Balsamic Pulled Pork Sliders
Ideal for entertaining, these sliders are easy to assemble. Stack the buttery buns with the simmered meat and top them with crunchy, full of vitamins coleslaw and pickles. If you’re hosting a get-together, make a whole plate of these easy-to-go mini sandwiches.
Falafel and vegetable pitas
With whole wheat pitas as a “bun” and whole wheat flour as falafel binder, these healthy veggie-loaded sandwiches contain eight grams of nourishing fiber. Replace all vegetables farmers market to mix flavors. The yogurt dip gives this a boost.
Coffee Rubbed Salmon Sandwiches
Is it sweet? Is it tasty? Both, in fact. The unexpected flavor of coffee will have your taste buds asking for more. It’s decadent and filling in a way that fish sometimes are not. Sour cream balances the espresso powder in a refreshing finish.
Test Kitchen Tip
If you don’t feel the coffee rub and want a little kick, try using cajun seasoning on salmon.
Thai Shrimp and Cucumber Wraps with Rice
This wrap is so tasty it can double as a main dish. The unique ingredients of sriracha and brown sugar sweeten and spice up the sauce without being overbearing. Jasmine rice adds a little fiber to complete the nutritional profile.
Grilled Yellow Squash and Feta Toasts
Enjoy a exceptional squash harvest to prepare healthy open-faced sandwiches for lunch. Grill the vegetables and bread, then layer a garlic cream cheese mixture in between before finishing with lots of fresh arugula. Two slices will only cost you 286 calories.
Sloppy Joe Greek Pitas
Quick sandwiches should never be boring! Luxurious red wine tomato sauce transforms lean ground lamb into a light, flavorful and healthy sandwich filling. Mediterranean inspired top hats like feta cheese and Kalamata olives complete these pita pockets.
Paleo Waldorf Salad Lettuce Wraps
Simply delicious describes this wrap. It also keeps lunch light, nutrient-rich and quick. If you do not follow the paleo dietyou can replace the lettuce and use whole wheat bread or tortillas to increase protein.
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Lettuce wraps are a tasty way to save carbs and calories and turn your favorite lunch into a healthy sandwich recipe. Fill head lettuce with Asian-spiced chicken and vegetables for a set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker favorite.
Greek lamb wraps
Lamb makes a tender filling for a sandwich when simmered and shredded to perfection. Combine it with a light spreadable mayonnaisefresh vegetables and low-fat feta cheese for a healthy and sensational Greek sandwich.
Chicken and Cheese Sloppy Joe Sliders
It’s a hearty, economical and tasty sandwich. Using ground chicken, grated cheese and pantry ingredients, it’s an easy lunch to take on the go. Using ground turkey and the ground beef would change the flavor just enough to keep this healthy sandwich from becoming boring once you start making it repeatedly.
Grilled turkey gyros
Lighten up a delicious gyro recipe with lean ground turkey and a fresh, fat-free cucumber-yogurt sauce instead of traditional tzatziki. Bright diced tomatoes And crunchy cucumbers fill these Mediterranean grilled sandwiches.
Sesame-Ginger Turkey Wraps
Skip the takeout and create international wraps with slow cooked turkey and crispy coleslaw coated in a sesame-ginger stir-fry sauce. This low-fat, Asian-inspired recipe will help you watch your waistline without sacrificing any flavor.
Avocado ranch tuna melts
By keeping your sandwich open and making smart ingredient swaps, like light mayonnaise and paper-thin slices of cheese, you can enjoy all the comforts of a creamy sandwich. Tuna melts with half the fat. We lawyer added And Broccoli salad mix into this classic, healthy sandwich for nutrition and depth of flavor.
Avocado BLT club sandwiches
Avocado puree mixture with garlic, mayonnaise and lemon juice take this healthy sandwich to another level. If you like toasted bread with your sandwich, this recipe will become a must-have in your lunch rotation. It is excellent sourdoughwhole wheat and French rolls.
