Looking for inspiration for your next picnic? These delectable summer sandwich ideas are perfect for enjoying in the sunshine.
Summer is a time for laid-back picnics, lazy days at the beach, and enjoying the sunshine. But when it comes to lunchtime, you might find yourself stuck in a sandwich rut.
That’s where I come in with some fresh and delicious summer sandwich ideas to shake up your routine.
From timeless classics like the BLT to innovative wraps bursting with flavor, there’s a treasure trove of summer sandwich recipes awaiting exploration.
Why You’ll Love These Summer Sandwich Ideas
These sandwich ideas are perfect for summer for a few reasons:
- They’re refreshing: These sandwiches are filled with summer ingredients like juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and creamy avocado. So you’ll get a taste of the season in every bite.
- They’re versatile: Whether you’re in the mood for a classic BLT, a fancy grilled cheese, or a veggie-packed wrap, there’s a summer sandwich idea for everyone’s taste.
- They’re easy to make: With simple ingredients and little prep time, these sandwiches are perfect for busy days.
Tips for Making the Most of Your Summer Sandwiches
Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your summer sandwich experience:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: Good ingredients make good sandwiches, so try to use the best bread, cheese, and produce you can find.
- Get creative with your toppings: Don’t be afraid to mix and match flavors to create your own special summer sandwich.
- Pack them for a picnic: These sandwiches are perfect for taking on a picnic or to the beach. Just wrap them up tightly in parchment paper or foil to keep them fresh until you’re ready to eat.
Summer Sandwich Ideas
Take your outdoor dining experience to the next level with these summer sandwich ideas. Whether you're planning a picnic, beach day, or backyard barbecue, these sandwich recipes are sure to impress!
This refreshing no-cook sandwich is a summer favorite. The creamy herb dressing with crisp cucumbers & tender shrimp is the star of this Poor Man's Lobster Roll.
This Bánh Mì (Vietnamese Sandwich) Recipe offers a dazzling array of tastes, textures, hues, and components, and it's surprisingly simple to prepare in your own kitchen! Brimming with succulent marinated pork, tangy pickled vegetables, creamy mayonnaise, and fresh herbs, all nestled within a crisp French baguette, this banh mi makes for the ultimate summer sandwich.
Enjoy a vegan version of a BLT with this heirloom tomato TTLA, made with juicy heirloom tomatoes, smoky tempeh bacon, avocado, and kettle chips for crunch!
This Caesar steak sandwich recipe is a delicious fusion of classic Caesar salad flavors with the comfort of steak and garlic bread. This mouthwatering combination is set to become your next favorite lunch or quick and easy dinner.
Folded Kimbap Sandwich is a fun, easy, and delicious Korean street snack. It's simple to make and super versatile for lunchboxes: read on for some of the many possible fillings!
These Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches are a great way to use summer eggplant! They're sliced, grilled, and then served on buns with kimchi and miso mayo.
Pear Apple Cheddar Caramelized Onion Grilled Cheese Bagel Sandwich
Made with mayo, mustard, celery, and chives, this homemade egg salad is perfect for those light, summery meals!
This Pesto Chicken Sandwich features a toasted ciabatta roll topped with basil pesto, gooey mozzarella, juicy chicken, and fresh microgreens. It’s a quick and easy lunch or dinner option!
Zapiekanka or Polish sandwich – open-faced toasted sandwiches topped with fried mushrooms, ham, and cheese.
A chopped cheese sandwich with ground beef is the ultimate New York comfort food. Made in a skillet or slow cooker and served on hoagie buns, it is definitely the ultimate Super Bowl meal.
This BBQ Brisket Sandwich is an easy recipe perfect for a busy weeknight. You cook the BBQ Brisket in the slow cooker, then make it into a sandwich your family will love!
This easy Salmon Sandwich can be made on the grill or in the oven. Either way, this restaurant-quality sandwich with herb mayonnaise is ready in less than 30 minutes.
This Teriyaki Pork slider has delicious mango peach chutney, and when combined with the pork, the flavor is amazing. Served on King's Hawaiian Bread which makes it better.
Make delicious turkey burgers in minutes with this easy air fryer recipe. Perfect for your summer meal!
This Classic Italian Sub Sandwich, packed with a combination of traditional Italian meats, provolone cheese, fresh veggies, and zesty condiments on a sub sandwich roll, is the perfect sandwich for picnics or trips to the beach!
These ribbon sandwiches will be the prettiest on your table. The layers have many different sandwich filling options, so you can customize them to your liking.
This Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwich is filled with multiple cheeses, veggies and homemade basil pesto. The perfect fancy, but easy grilled cheese sandwich for any day of the week.
This warm, juicy vegan jackfruit sandwich will satisfy your cravings for BBQ pulled pork and comfort food in one go. Try this easy and delicious vegan sandwich packed with nutrients and fiber!
Looking for a delicious summer sandwich for kids that’s bursting with flavor? Look no further than the muffuletta! This classic sandwich hails from New Orleans and features a combination of cured meats, cheese, and tangy olive salad all piled high onto bread. Perfect for a picnic or a lazy day at the beach, this sandwich is easy to make and is always a crowd-pleaser.
This buffalo chickpea wrap is a must-have for lunch! It’s packed with nutrition, vegan-friendly, super filling, and easy to meal prep.
Our Pesto Veggie Sandwich is full of nutritious sauteed vegetables, pesto sauce, and Monterey jack cheese. This simple recipe makes a perfect weeknight meal that the whole family will love!
These luscious Easy Southern Homemade Shrimp Burgers are made with tender, juicy Gulf shrimp roughly chopped using a food processor, made into patties, and pan-seared until golden brown.
Our Hot Ham Sandwich is a family favorite. It's piled high with juicy, delicious ham. Make it on a bun or your favorite bread.
Nothing says summer more than Caprese! Make a sandwich version of the famous Italian salad, and enjoy the compliments all season long!
Ground turkey, onions, herbs, and spices, combined with tahini sauce and harissa hot sauce, make Turkish-style turkey kofta kebabs in pita for a healthy lunch!
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