When it comes to lunch, the sandwich (and its many versions) is still a stellar choice. Let’s face it—this staple is a classic. The secret is to use fresh ingredients, delicious breads, and mix ‘em up!
Here are our top five sandwich ideas for the perfect healthier lunch launch:
Classic Cream Cheese + Cucumber
Know what else comes with fall? Warm beverages. Pair this sandwich with an herbal tea, and ensure your lunchbreak is truly restorative.
Ingredients
- 2 slices Carbonaut Gluten Free White Bread
- 2 Tbsp. dairy-free cream cheese
- 8 cucumber slices
- ¼ cup shredded radicchio
Instructions
- Spread half the dairy-free cream cheese on each slice of bread.
- Arrange the cucumber slices on one half on top of cream cheese.
- Add shredded radicchio.
- Close the sandwich, slice it diagonally, and pat yourself on the back for being an out-of-this-world sandwich artiste.
Nutritional Facts Per Sandwich
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 11g
- Net carbs: 5g
- Calories: 158
Seed Butter Smashwich
Our grown-up, low carb take on the classic peanut butter and jam.
Ingredients
- 2 slices Carbonaut Gluten-Free Seeded Bread
- 2 Tbsp. seed butter (no sugar added)
- 6 raspberries
Instructions
- Spread seed butter evenly on each slice of bread.
- Place raspberries in bowl and smash with a fork.
- Spread smashed berries evenly over seed butter on one slice.
- Close sandwich, cut in half, and launch directly into your lunch bag.
Nutritional Facts Per Sandwich
- Protein: 19g
- Fat: 23g
- Net carbs: 9g
- Calories: 366
A Sweet One for a Sweet Tooth
Creative and fruit-forward, but still low carb. Basically, a charcuterie in a sandwich. Try it—we dare you.
Ingredients
- 2 slices Carbonaut Cinnamon Raisin Bread
- ½ Tbsp. plant-based butter
- 1 slice plant-based cheese
- ¼ Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
- Sprinkle cinnamon
Instructions
- Lightly toast your bread or don’t—this is totally up to you.
- Spread plant-based butter on both sides, then apply the cheese slice.
- Arrange apple slices over cheese, and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon.
- Close ‘er up and blast off into Flavor Town.
Nutritional Facts Per Sub
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 14g
- Net carbs: 9g
- Calories: 221
The TLC
A classic twist on the BLT, this hearty sandwich is both fresh and delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 slices Carbonaut Gluten Free Seeded Bread
- 1 Tbsp. plant-based mayonnaise
- 4 cucumber slices
- 2 lettuce leaves
- 1 slice tomato
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Lightly toast bread if you’re working from home. If making ahead of time, leave fresh.
- Spread dairy-free mayo on both halves.
- Arrange cucumber slices, lettuce, and tomato.
- Add a little salt and pepper.
- Close that guy up then make another because now your partner wants one, too.
Nutritional Facts Per Sandwich
- Protein: 13g
- Fat: 16g
- Net carbs: 6g
- Calories: 254
Rainbow Pepper Grilled Cheese
This guy’s a great one for those working from home. Makes you feel like you’re eating out, but because you’re using the right ingredients, it makes for a much healthier alternative.
Ingredients
- 2 slices Carbonaut Gluten Free White Bread
- ½ Tbsp. dairy-free butter spread
- ¼ cup vegan cheese sheds
- 2 slivers each of red, yellow, orange, and green bell peppers (8 total)
Instructions
- Heat frying pan on medium for about two minutes.
- Spread half the plant-based butter on one slice of bread, and place butter-side down.
- Sprinkle half the cheese shreds on bread slice.
- Arrange pepper slivers in alternating colors.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Place second slice of bread on top of cheese.
- Lightly butter top of sandwich.
- Grill for about two minutes, then carefully flip sandwich to toast the remaining side.
- Once cheese is melted, remove from heat, close your eyes, and savor every bite.
Nutritional Facts Per Sandwich
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 16g
- Net carbs: 11g
- Calories: 222
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