Vegetarian sandwich recipes

Make a moreish sandwich for lunch, encased in focaccia and packed with vegan meatballs and cheese. It will make a welcome change from shop-bought sarnies

Enjoy these toasted egg and cress club sandwiches as part of a summer family picnic. Skewer each sandwich with a sandwich pick and serve with crisps

Load ciabatta rolls with fresh pesto, buffalo mozzarella, artichokes, roasted red peppers and basil leaves for a delicious Italian-Inspired sandwich lunch

The fillings for your sandwiches are baked into the bread here, making this an easy picnic option. To make it veggie, look for a vegetarian pesto

A toasted cheese sandwich that is anything but ordinary – oozing with camembert and topped with cranberry sauce to give it a Christmas kick

Fill a baguette with hummus, pesto and colourful veg such as beetroot, red pepper, carrot and green leaves to make this vegetarian rainbow sandwich

Eat the rainbow with our simple, healthy, veggie wrap. This olive and veg sandwich makes an easy vegan, low-calorie lunch option to eat al-desko

Give classic Welsh rarebit a tangy twist with lime pickle in this easy lunch. If you don’t have any, this could work well with spicy mango chutney instead

Try this homemade sauerkraut in ham or cheese sandwiches or to add zing to salads. It has probiotic benefits for gut health, too

This classic mozzarella and tomato toastie is a simple and quick lunch option. Upgrade your sandwich with veggies, shredded chicken or pepperoni

Dress this sandwich with tahini and amba sauces for a taste of Israel. It's full of flavour, with aubergine, hummus, eggs, pickles and more

Use tofu as a substitute for egg along with dairy-free mayo to make these vegan sandwiches. They're ideal for a kids' party where some children may have an intolerance or allergy

Bake your own bread buns and fill them with classic cheese ploughman's ingredients for an inspired lunch

Whip up this simple lunch with radish and gruyère on toasted rye bread as an alternative to sandwiches. You can eat it 'al desko' or indeed, al fresco

A lunch-friendly rye bread sandwich with salty cheese and guacamole. Serve with a zesty squeeze of lime

Create this veggie version of sandwich favourite Coronation chicken using chickpeas. It makes a lovely addition to a summer picnic menu.

Swap boring ketchup for this versatile spicy tomato jam - spread it in sandwiches, add to stir-fries or fried rice, or serve with grilled steak

Pay homage to The King with this indulgent peanut butter and banana toasted sandwich. Serve with ice cream for brunch or dessert

Fan of a cheese sandwich? This paneer and cheddar version is one you must try. The caramelised onion, mustard and cumin seeds add another layer of flavour

Load up a sub with homemade hummus, beetroot, chickpeas and salad to make this filling vegan sandwich. An ideal lunch for when hunger strikes

Take the cheese toastie to another level with this four-cheese grilled sandwich – a tasty mix of ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella and gorgonzola on white bread

Curly kale, avocado and a smattering of chickpeas make this a filling vegan option to perk up your lunchbox

Make this decadent vegan sandwich using veggies and hummus with an Asian dressing and hot sauce all stuffed inside a baguette. Great for a filling lunch

Load slices of focaccia with pesto, mozzarella, rocket, red onion and tomato. They're a perfect sandwich for feeding a crowd in a picnic.