13 healthy sandwiches
Get inspired by our healthy sandwich recipes, from chicken wraps to halloumi pittas and a tuna recipe that's bound to be a lunchtime favourite
Looking for healthy sandwich recipes? Want a midday meal that's fully loaded with the good stuff? Check out our healthy sandwich recipes below, then take a look at our healthy lunch ideas, healthy soup recipes, healthy lunch recipes, low-calorie lunch recipes and healthy lunch box ideas.
All too often, shop-bought sandwiches are laden with calories, as they normally come packed with cheese, mayonnaise or added sugars. Making your own healthier alternative not only reduces the calories, but packs in a lot more flavour, fibre and protein that will keep you fuller for longer.
Chipotle chicken lunch wrap
For a low calorie, high-protein lunch, throw together this healthy, hearty chicken lunch wrap with spinach and sour cream.
Sabich with green tahini
John Gregory-Smith shares his take on a sabich – a warm pitta stuffed with grilled aubergine, boiled eggs, salad and vibrant green tahini sauce.
Grilled chicken wraps
Zhoggiu is a Sicilian mint and nut pesto that adds colour and flavour to these chicken wraps. At less than 500 calories per serving, it's a great filling lunch.
Mighty medina falafel sandwich
The combination of crispy falafel, creamy condiments, crunchy salad and tangy pickles takes this spiced vegan sandwich to the next level.
Halloumi-stuffed pittas with cucumber and pickled cabbage
Perfect for when you're running short of time, these quick and easy halloumi-stuffed pittas with cucumber and pickled cabbage serve the family in under 30 minutes.
Tuna wraps
Turn classic tuna niçoise salad into a lunchtime wrap with this easy recipe. You'll get a double dose of protein, thanks to the eggs and tuna, plus it uses wholemeal wraps.
Coronation chicken sandwich filler
Use up left-over roast chicken to make this classic that's as great as a filling for sarnies and jacket potatoes as it is for spooning into crisp lettuce leaves or over salads.
Istanbul’s mackerel sandwiches (balik ekmek)
A street-food favourite in Istanbul, these ciabatta sarnies are stuffed with fried mackerel, salad and a pomegranate molasses dressing for an easy lunch that's rich in good fats. You'll also get a hit of protein from mackerel.
Onigirazu (sushi sandwich)
Switch up your usual sarnie for onigirazu filled with soft tuna sashimi, pickled ginger and crunchy veg. Lighter than your usual sandwich and high in protein, this Japanese-inspired recipe is a great healthy lunch option.
Open steak sandwich with balsamic shallots
Serve this quick and easy idea for lunch or a starter. This open steak sandwich is dressed with peppery rocket and sweet caramelised shallots. Creamed horseradish adds a flavour punch.
Stuffed mushroom and halloumi pittas
Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick idea for a vegetarian sandwich sees pittas stuffed with grilled halloumi, hummus, mushrooms, peppers and rocket.
Salmon sushi sandwiches
Fill nori wraps with sushi-grade salmon, red pepper, cucumber and sushi rice, then dip in soy sauce for deliciously nourishing, protein-rich results.
Beetroot, goat’s cheese and walnut pittas
These little veggie pockets are a really healthy way to enjoy beetroot, goat's cheese and walnuts. They're easy to make and ready in just 15 minutes.
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