Make a vegan club sandwich stacked with crispy veggies, plant protein, and creamy spreads—perfect for lunch or dinner.
A vegan club sandwich is hearty, colorful, and incredibly satisfying. Moreover, it’s layered with plant-based proteins, fresh vegetables, and creamy sauces, making it a perfect choice for quick lunches, picnics, or light dinners.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Serves: 2 sandwiches
🧺 Ingredients
Sandwich Layers
- 6 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread, toasted
- 6–8 slices marinated tofu or tempeh (pan-seared)
- ½ cup chickpea “tuna” or mashed chickpeas
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 tomato, sliced
- ½ cup lettuce or spinach
- ¼ cup cucumber slices
- Vegan cheese slices (optional)
Spreads
- 3 tbsp vegan mayo
- 1 tsp mustard or garlic spread
- Salt and pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
Firstly, toast the bread slices until lightly crisp.
Next, pan-sear tofu or tempeh until golden on both sides.
Meanwhile, mix vegan mayo with mustard, salt, and pepper.
Then, spread the sauce evenly on each bread slice.
After that, layer tofu, chickpeas, avocado, vegetables, and cheese between toasted bread layers.
Finally, top with the last slice, slice diagonally, and secure with toothpicks if needed.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- High-Protein: Add hummus or extra tofu slices.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free bread.
- Spicy Version: Add chili sauce or jalapeños.
- Low-Fat: Use mashed avocado instead of vegan mayo.
- Breakfast Club: Add tofu scramble for a morning twist.
🌿 Benefits of Vegan Club Sandwich
Firstly, plant proteins support muscle and energy.
Secondly, whole-grain bread provides fiber and sustained fullness.
Moreover, fresh vegetables deliver vitamins and antioxidants.
In addition, it’s completely cholesterol-free.
As a result, this sandwich is filling without feeling heavy.
Finally, it’s customizable for every taste and diet.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Firstly, remove strong flavors like mustard.
- Then, use soft white or whole-wheat bread.
- Next, add mild fillings such as mashed chickpeas and avocado.
- Finally, cut into fun triangles or mini squares.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (Per Sandwich – Approximate)
- Calories: 420–460 kcal
- Protein: 18–22 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Sugar: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
