Registered Dietitian Approved Sandwich Ideas For You
Fall means more structured time and more structured lunches. Here are some fabulous sandwich ideas to get you excited just in time for fall from my Registered Dietitian friends.
Alexandra Caspero MA, RD, CLT, RYT
My favorite sandwich is the Green Goddess Veggie Sandwich. It’s a salad in a sandwich! Layers of shredded carrots, radishes, buttery lettuce, avocado, goat cheese, heirloom tomatoes, sprouts and thinly sliced cucumbers. All topped in a luscious, homemade green goddess dressing. @delishknowledge
My favorite sandwich– an easy go to lunch – turkey breast in a whole grain pita with lots of veggies. Here’s the specifics:
- 1 ounce whole grain pita (whole wheat or a gluten free variety if preferred)
- 3 ounce fresh turkey breast
- Your favorite veggies– dark lettuce, tomato, shredded carrots and whatever else you love– red cabbage, beets, cucumber
- 2 tablespoons guacamole
- 2 tablespoons hummus
@drlisayoung
I go through sandwich “phases,” but the one I’m gobbling more often than not is a huge glop of hummus, mixed greens and fresh basil rolled up messily into a soft corn tortilla. @KUcumbers
Naomi May MS, RDN, LD
I don’t eat many sandwiches anymore, but my favorite sandwich combination from back in the day was two slices of a good hearty whole grain bread, enough sliced cheddar cheese to cover 1 slice of bread, sliced fresh tomato, and fresh or dried basil. Drizzle a little olive oil or a light spreading of butter on 1 side of each slice of bread before layering the cheese, tomato, and basil between the slices. Grill over medium heat on oiled or buttered sides of bread until bread is lightly browned and cheese is melted. Yum! @NaomiMayRDN
Homemade Eggplant Parmesan is my favorite in (and even out) of the bread! I love it served at a picnic and even at the beach probably because I have fond memories of this dish being a staple at so many fun family outings. Now, as a dietitian, I see all the health perks too! @barbbaron
Dorian Doss, MS, RD, LD, CCLC
My favorite sandwich is a shrimp poboy as I love hot sandwiches, because they are more like a meal and they are delicious. @doriandossrdn
Sherry Coleman Collins, MS, RDN, LD
Okay, this one is totally simple. I love peanut butter and banana on whole wheat bread. This is not because I work for the National Peanut Board – although it doesn’t hurt. I have eaten this sandwich my whole life! I love it because it’s packed with nutrition, tastes great, and works for any meal or snack. It’s also totally portable and pretty shelf-stable, so I can take it with me anywhere! @DietitianSherry and @PeanutRD
I’m not a big sandwich person…but a good old fashioned BLT is a favorite of mine (no recipe, sorry)…with amply mayonnaise!!@pediRD
Erin E. Healy, MS, RDN, LDN
I’m not a huge sandwich girl. When I do have them, I stick to the basics. Turkey, spinach, cucumber, tomato…not very exciting. Of course nothing beats my grandmother’s (rest her soul) PB&J on Wonder Bread. Clearly her love and my 4 year old taste buds were a good match! @ErinHealyRD
My favorite sandwich recipe is chickpea salad. It’s a combo of chickpeas, yogurt, avocado and dill.It is lovely over lettuce with salad toppings. I like it on toast topped with tomatoes and an egg. My day isn’t complete without both beans and avocado so this recipe makes my heart beat with pleasure! If you don’t care for dill sub in your seasoning of choice. I’m thinking smoked paprika would be a winner! Steve my husband loves this sandwich! @LizRDN
What’s your favorite sandwich recipe? We can’t wait to hear!