You can make your sandwiches lighter and more nutritious this summer with ingredients like fresh tomato, goat cheese or grilled chicken.
Try these refreshing sandwiches that will fuel your family's fun without weighing you down!
Classic California Club Sandwich
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When you think about filling and nutritious sandwiches, the classic California Club usually comes to mind! Make your own restaurant-quality club sandwich at home with fun ingredients like goat cheese and alfalfa sprouts.
Ingredients:
4 slices country-style multigrain bread
1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 medium avocado, sliced
1/2 jarred roasted red bell pepper, drained
1 oz. soft goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup alfalfa sprouts
Directions:
This recipe makes two sandwiches. For each sandwich, spread each slice of bread with mustard. Place half of the cucumber, avocado, roasted pepper, cheese and sprouts on one slice of bread. Close sandwiches with the other slice of bread.
Thin Cuban Sandwiches
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This recipe simplifies the classic Cuban sandwich with tangy mustard and thin-sliced pickles for just a touch of freshness.
Ingredients:
1/4 loaf Cuban bread
2 tsp yellow mustard
2 slices Swiss cheese
4 slices maple glazed honey ham
4 slices hot capicola
3 slices dill pickle planks
1 tbsp butter, softened
Directions:
Preheat a Panini press on medium-high. Spread butter on the outside of the Cuban bread, and spread mustard on the inside of the bread. Place 1 slice of cheese on the inside of each slice of bread. Layer honey ham and capicola on one side of the sandwich. Place dill pickle slices on top of the layers. Place the entire sandwich in the Panini press. Cook through until cheese is melted and sandwich is crispy. Cut sandwich in half when finished.
Caprese Sandwich with Homemade Pesto
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If you love the simplicity of a caprese salad, check out this amazing Italian-inspired sandwich.
Ingredients:
1 loaf French bread
1 medium tomato, sliced
3 slices fresh mozzarella cheese, halved
For pesto:
2 cloves garlic
2 cups Italian parsley
Course salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup walnuts
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
2/3 cup olive oil
Directions:
For the pesto, process parsley, walnuts and garlic until smooth. Add olive oil slowly and process. Transfer to bowl, and add parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Once the pesto is made, slice the bread loaf in half. Add mozzarella slices and tomato along the bottom of the sandwich. Spread parsley pesto on the top of the sandwich and press closed. Toast in a Panini machine until cheese is melted and sandwich is crisp.
Prosciutto Sandwich
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Prosciutto isn't just perfect for snacking; it also makes an amazing and unexpected protein-rich addition to sandwiches.
Ingredients:
2 slices bread
1 tbsp canola mayo
1/2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
1/4 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup baby romaine lettuce
2 slices tomato
1 oz. thin slices prosciutto
Directions:
Toast bread. Combine mayo, basil, mustard and garlic. Spread the mixture evenly on one slice of bread. Layer lettuce, tomato and prosciutto over mayo mixture.
Turkey Reuben Sandwich
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The crispness of a Reuben sandwich is delicious after a day playing at the park. Substitute turkey for corned beef to make it extra lean!
Ingredients:
2 slices rye bread
1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 slice Swiss cheese
2 oz. turkey, thinly sliced
2 tbsp sauerkraut, drained
1 tbsp Thousand Island dressing
1 tsp canola oil
Directions:
Spread mustard over each bread slice. Layer on cheese, turkey, sauerkraut and dressing. Top with the other slice of bread. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the whole sandwich to the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes or until each side is golden brown.
Melty Grilled Cheese
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Virtually every kid loves the widely acclaimed grilled cheese sandwich. Switch it up with these gourmet additions such as Dijon mustard, olive oil and tomatoes.
Ingredients:
1 tsp canola mayo
1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
1 oz. extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Sliced tomato
A pinch of ground black pepper
2 slices whole-grain bread
1/2 tsp olive oil
Directions:
Combine mayo and mustard in a bowl, adding cheese and pepper until thickened. Spread cheese mixture onto bread and top with tomato slices and remaining bread. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place sandwich in pan and cook for about 3 minutes until lightly browned. Turn over and cook until lightly browned and cheese is melted.
Grilled Chicken Pita with Greek Slaw
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Switch up your regular sandwich routine with pita bread! These handheld pockets filled with protein are a perfect addition to other finger foods this summer.
Ingredients:
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 1/2 tbsp canola oil
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp kosher salt
3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced
2 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
8 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
4 pitas, cut in half
Directions:
Combine salt, pepper, canola oil and lemon juice in a bowl. Add cabbage, onions and cheese. Toss to combine. Divide chicken among pita halves and spoon the slaw into each half.
Grilled Margherita Sandwiches
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If you love a classic margherita pizza, this melty treat of a sandwich is perfect.
Ingredients:
1 tbsp marinara sauce
2 slices bread
1 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
2 slices of a large tomato
Pinch of salt and ground black pepper
3 large basil leaves
1 tsp olive oil
Directions:
Spread marinara over one slice of bread. Top with cheese and tomatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with basil and remaining bread slice. Heat oil on a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook until browned on each side. Serve immediately.
BLT Sandwich
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This classic BLT focuses on those perfectly ripe tomatoes that are in-season right now.
Ingredients:
1/2 large tomato, sliced
Strips of bacon
Lettuce
Mayo
Pinch of salt
2 slices white or wheat bread, toasted
Directions:
Take toasted bread and spread mayo on each side. Place sliced tomatoes onto one slice of bread and add salt. Add lettuce and top with slices of bacon. Place other slice of bread on top.
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