Looking for new sandwich ideas

Mygsds · February 2014

Hello, take my lunch and sooooo sick of the same rotation for sandwiches. Tuna salad, egg salad ham salad. I have tried salads for lunch but just don't stay with me... Hungry early in the afternoon. I have a very physical job. (Raising and training German shepherds for SAR ). Any ideas would be so appreciated.

Pipsg1rl · February 2014

One of my favorites from the Clean Eating Diet by Tosca Reno that I change is:

-your bread-
peanut butter (I prefer almond)
sliced apples

I also like to add a drizzle of honey.

you can substitute the apples with strawberries or bananas, but the apples won't make your sandwich soggy by lunch.

I recommend a sweet apple since the saltiness of the nut butter really makes this a deliciousness delight.

Want to make it crazy? Substitue Nutella for the nut butter. No need for a honey drizzle.

Bella0531 · February 2014

You listed all salads. Are you opposed to deli meat? If not, there are tons of choices! Take turkey for example, you can get it peppered, honey, salsalito, pastrami seasoned, lemon pepper...etc...

Try mixing meats too - my husband does this all the time. Turkey with pepperoni = YUM!

You can experiment with your toppings too. It doesn't always have to be lettuce and tomato. Pile on some cucumber, green pepper, onion, olives, dressings, sauces, avocado...etc...to find a combination you like.

williamshl10 · February 2014

pulled pork lettuce wraps sound good to me right now

taniabeth78 · February 2014

I just had a chicken (I keep precooked chicken breast in my fridge all the time) and light cheddar on saralee 45 calorie bread. Mine was made on toast, then i put a tbsp of light margarine and garlic powder on the inside of the bread and nuked it for 30 seconds. But this would be equally yummy not toasted.

you said salad doesnt "stay with you"....have you tried precooked chicken and some light cheese in it for some protein? or edamame?

dpwellman · February 2014

flatout light Italian wrap, extra lean sweet ham, lettuce, tomato, Hungarian wax pepper, and an ever so slight drizzle of Pecorino dressing.

I also keep a stash of luna protein or larabar alt in my desk.

sewerchick93 · February 2014

sliced Avocado, tomato slices, onions, mustard/bit of mayo, shredded mozarella/cheddar blend and bean sprouts on homemade bread

NualaTW · February 2014

Have you tried making salads with things other than just plain veggies? I make some salads (like a Lentil-Ham Salad w/Dijon Cream Sauce) that combine veggies with lots of fiber and proteins. They are pretty dense and filling.

If you would be interested:

Lentil-Ham Salad w/Dijon Cream Sauce

1 cup dried brown lentils
10 oz chopped cooked ham
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup plain fat-free greek yogurt
2 TBS dijon mustard
1 TBS white wine vinegar
2 TBS fat-free milk
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Cook lentils for about 20 minutes and drain. Mix ingredients 5-10 and whisk together to make a creamy dressing. Add lentils, ham and veggies and mix well. Makes 4 servings, 288 cals each. Can be eaten warm or cold.

I usually eat this salad with an apple for lunch, and keeps me full for hours.

kickivale · February 2014

Whole wheat bread BLAT (bacon lettuce avocado tomato)
English muffin with deli turkey, swiss, light mayo and some fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro whatever you like)
low carb bagel with ANYTHING (my fav is roast beef and colby jack cheese with tomato and mayo
stuffed pita sandwich with veggies, tzatziki, and hummus or chick peas

All have a pretty good protein/fat/carb balance

katylil · February 2014

Have you tried making salads with things other than just plain veggies? I make some salads (like a Lentil-Ham Salad w/Dijon Cream Sauce) that combine veggies with lots of fiber and proteins. They are pretty dense and filling.

If you would be interested:

Lentil-Ham Salad w/Dijon Cream Sauce

1 cup dried brown lentils
10 oz chopped cooked ham
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup plain fat-free greek yogurt
2 TBS dijon mustard
1 TBS white wine vinegar
2 TBS fat-free milk
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Cook lentils for about 20 minutes and drain. Mix ingredients 5-10 and whisk together to make a creamy dressing. Add lentils, ham and veggies and mix well. Makes 4 servings, 288 cals each. Can be eaten warm or cold.

I usually eat this salad with an apple for lunch, and keeps me full for hours.

This sounds good!

Brown rice salad would also be good I imagine. Or wholewheat couscous with tons of roasted veg and some feta cheese.

Or how about a wrap? Mexican chicken with peppers, shredded pork or beef with mushrooms and greens... Endless possibilities!!

Francl27 · February 2014

Sandwiches typically don't fill me up that much but...

Smoked salmon/boursin cheese (or any garlic and herb spreadable cheese. Or goat cheese)
Prosciutto with brie and peppers
Prosciutto with tomatoes and fresh mozzarella
Any combination of deli meats and cheese with tomato, lettuce, salt and pepper (and light mayo if you like)

Mygsds · February 2014

Thank You all so much... Sounds Devine.. Will definitely try these. Again, thanks

HardcoreP0rk · February 2014

Try some new condiments, like chili garlic paste, cranberry mustard, etc...

HardcoreP0rk · February 2014

Just a note...you should probably limit deli meat intake to once a week. It's pretty bad for you to have too much.

TomTomato · February 2014

I like smoked turkey.

Keliandra · February 2014

Curried shrimp salad, chicken salad, Roast beef and gouda, salmon salad, eggs and bacon egg salad, garbanzo bean & yogurt with olive oil with cucumbers

Acg67 · February 2014

Thick cut pork belly, lettuce, tomato, bacon fat mayo, baguette

taniabeth78 · March 2014

yum

Butterf1y_Effect · March 2014

I like whole wheat pitas with hummus and roasted veggies: portobello, onion, red pepper (easy to make in toaster oven)....add some balsamic and fresh herbs if you like.