Sometimes we just want a meal between a couple of slices of bread. If that describes you, we have you covered!
We’ve compiled this great list of easy Sandwich Recipes from GypsyPlate and around the internet for you to try. There’s just so many to choose from!
You’ll find basic cold cut sandwiches, hearty hot sandwiches, light meatless options, your classic mayo based salad sandwiches and so much more.
Go through all of these great types of sandwiches, you’re sure to find a new favorite. Enjoy…
Our Favorite Sandwiches
1. Classic Reuben Sandwich
Ah, the classic Reuben… Make this irresistible deli delight in your very own home. It’s fast, easy and oh so satisfying! This is one of our very favorite sandwich recipes.
Get the Recipe: Reuben Sandwich
2. Po’ Boys
Po’ boy… New Orleans’ most famous sandwich. That over stuffed sandwich on flaky French bread with fixings of your choice… Mmm. Our go to Po’ boy is mostly the one overflowing with a ridiculous amount of perfectly fried shrimp with Cajun flavorings.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Po’ Boy
3. Salmon Burgers
This easy Salmon Burgers recipe is a winner! These salmon burgers are not only healthy, but they’re also unbelievably delicious.
They’re great for a weeknight dinner, or to impress guests. And you can easily prep them ahead of time, so all they need is a quick sear or grill and dinner is on the table in no time.
Get the Recipe: Salmon Burgers
4. BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Our easy BBQ Chicken Sandwiches is made with slow cooker shredded chicken and creamy coleslaw on a toasted bun. They’re perfect for parties and get togethers!
Get the Recipe: BBQ Chicken Sandwich
5. Chicken Gyro Sandwich
These chicken gyros are awesome, and if you like Greek, you’ll love these Greek chicken gyros! They’re an easy, make-ahead recipe, that lets you marinate the chicken ahead of time, so the gyros can easily be made when you want them.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Gyros
6. BLT Sandwich
This delicious BLT Sandwich recipe is one of the most popular sandwiches. With crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, tomato, avocado, and a 3 ingredient sauce, sandwich sauce makes this BLT recipe more flavorsome. I am sure you will love it!
Get the Recipe @ natashaskitchen
7. Crockpot French Dip
The French Dip is one of the best sandwiches ever! Thinly sliced roast beef piled high with provolone cheese on crusty bread. Don’t forget the au jus!
Get the Recipe @ thecookierookie
8. Smoked Salmon Sandwiches
Looking for healthy lunch? This is it if you have some smoked salmon lingering in your refrigerator. Make a tall sandwich with cream cheese, avocado , tomatoes, radishes and sprouts with your favorite smoked salmon. This one is full of flavor and very fulfilling.
9. Club Sandwich
This Club Sandwich is a real classic. It has turkey, ham and bacon loaded along with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and mayo all layered on fresh baked bread, which is grilled or toasted to a perfection. This is a sandwich you’re definitely gonna enjoy!
10. Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Here’s a vintage and classic comfort food. This Grilled Cheese Sandwich is everyone’s childhood favorite, and for good reason!
Get the Recipe @ natashaskitchen
11. Egg Salad Sandwich
This Egg Salad Sandwich is another classic that never gets old. It’s also a great meal prep option, just make a big batch of the egg salad.
Get the Recipe @ tastesbetterfromscratch
12. Italian Sub Sandwich
Italian subs are a classic lunch. They’re so meaty and flavorful! This one is made of crispy bread that’s layered with mayonnaise or Italian dressing, and it’s filled with provolone cheese, ham, salami, and mortadella.
13. Tuna Salad Sandwich
Here’s another real classic. This Tuna Salad Sandwich is the best one you will try. Tuna salad is made with an easy mix of tuna, mayo, hard boiled eggs and onions. It’s topped with tomatoes, lettuce and then you can assemble it on any variety of bread. This is a simple and tasty sandwich which everyone will love!
Get the Recipe @ simplyhomecooked
14. Chicken Salad Sandwich
This Chicken Salad Sandwich is super quick, made with shredded pre-cooked chicken. The salad also featured grapes and cashews, giving it a nice variety of flavors and textures.
15. Caprese Panini with Avocado Basil Pesto
This Caprese Panini with Avocado Basil Pesto is one of our favorite sandwiches. The flavor combination of caprese and pesto is outstanding, and makes for a great summer lunch.
Get the Recipe @ aberdeenskitchen
16. Lobster Roll Sandwich
These Maine lobster rolls are fantastic! Lobster salad is piled high on buttery toasted rolls. This may be the best sandwich you’ve ever eaten!
Get the Recipe @ dinneratthezoo
17. Steak Sandwich with Caramelized Onions and Brie
This sandwich is a perfect lunch after a juicy steak night. It’s piled high with tender slices of beef, caramelized onion, and brie cheese. Simply Fantastic!!
18. Danish Open-Faced Sandwiches – Smørrebrød Recipe
These Danish open-faced sandwiches, or Smørrebrød, are a fun way to feed a crowd. The post includes recipes for several different sandwiches, so you can put on an impressive spread.
Get the Recipe @ whereismyspoon
19. Croque Monsieur
Croque Monsieur is the French answer to a ham and cheese sandwich. It has gruyere, parmesan, ham and béchamel sauce. The sandwich is grilled, then topped with more béchamel and cheese, and broiled to perfection.
Get the Recipe @ recipetineats
20. Guacamole Breakfast Sandwich
This Guacamole Breakfast Sandwich is a great way to start your day! Fried eggs with crispy bacon and flavorful guacamole on toasty bread. You can’t get much better than that!
Get the Recipe @ damndelicious
21. The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich
Here’s the best breakfast you will ever have. You can easily make this with croissants, creamy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, guacamole and simple garlic butter tomato sauce. You will love it!
22. Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
Philly Cheese Steak is a famous sandwich from Philadelphia. It has ribeye steak, caramelized onion, bell peppers and provolone cheese all and loaded into a hoagie roll. Awesome sandwich recipe!
Get the Recipe @ natashaskitchen
23. Roast Beef Panini Recipe
If you need more sandwich recipes in your cookbook, take a look at this roast beef panini recipe. It looks and tastes like something from a gourmet restaurant, but it can be made easily and quickly right in your own home. What’s better than that?
Get the Recipe @ shewearsmanyhats
24. Veggie and Hummus Sandwich
This Veggie and Hummus Sandwich recipe is a light, meatless sandwich. It’s packed with a big variety of veggies, for plenty of flavor and nutrition.
Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
25. Easy Cuban Sandwich
This Cubano is one of the best sandwiches ever! It’s layered with roast pork, smoky ham, swiss cheese, pickles and mustard, then the whole sandwich is grilled. So good!
Get the Recipe @ therecipecritic
26. Chicken Bacon Avocado Sandwich
This Chicken Bacon Avocado Sandwich recipe is so easy. It has juicy chicken, crispy bacon, avocados and a simple 3 ingredient mustard sauce that takes this sandwich to another level. I’m sure you will love it.
Get the Recipe @ natashaskitchen
27. Beef Shawarma Sandwich
This Beef Shawarma recipe is a must try for grilling season! The shawarma meat is marinated in aromatic spices, grilled, and tucked into a warm pita with crisp vegetables.
Serve it with Greek salad and tzatziki sauce.
28. Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Craving some great crispy chicken sandwich? We have the recipe for you! These are super easy to build and they will be polished off in no time.
Get the Recipe @ thecookierookie
29. Banh Mi Sandwich
This sandwich is loaded with incredible flavors. Banh Mi sandwich is one of the very popular Vietnamese dishes. It’s served on a French baguette roll, with thinly sliced marinated grilled pork, pickled veggies, cilantro, mayo and chilies.
Get the Recipe @ dinneratthezoo
30. Meatloaf Sandwich
In this recipe, thick slices of meatloaf are served on buttered crusty bread and accompanied by cheese, lettuce, tomato and red onion. Who wouldn’t want that for lunch?
Get the Recipe @ therecipecritic
31. Grilled Peanut Butter Nutella and Banana Sandwich
If you want a sweet treat for breakfast, you have to try this Grilled Peanut Butter Nutella and Banana Sandwich. It tastes amazing, and really sticks to your ribs to keep you going for hours.
32. Muffuletta Sandwich
The Muffaletta Sandwich is a delicious New Orleans invention filled with olive salad, cheese, and a variety of meats, all on a loaf of Italian bread. It’s quite hefty and loaded with meats.
33. Monte Cristo Sandwich
A Monte Cristo Sandwich is like a combination of a ham and cheese sandwich and French toast! Your sandwich is loaded with ham, gruyere cheese, and condiments, then dipped in egg and grilled. What a great idea!
Get the Recipe @ shewearsmanyhats
34. Caprese Sandwich
This Caprese Sandwich is a great summer sandwich. It’s loaded with fresh tomatoes, arugula, fresh mozzarella and drizzled balsamic glaze. So good!
35. Roast Beef Sandwich
This Roast Beef Sandwich is inspired by Arby’s. Thinly sliced roast beef piled high on a bun, then topped with a cheesy sauce. This one is hard to beat.
Get the Recipe @ spoonforkbacon
36. Tuna Melt
The classic tuna melt is like a fusion of two of the best sandwiches: tuna salad and grilled cheese. It’s a great recipe, and will be one of your favorite canned tuna recipes.
Get the Recipe @ therecipecritic
37. Sloppy Joes
Sloppy Joes… Saucy, meaty, sweet, and savory. This American classic sure does live up to its name! It’s a meal that everyone will approve of, while barely taking any effort to make it happen. So grab a plate, a napkin (or ten), and get ready to put together this spectacular dinner!
Get the Recipe @ thereciperebel
38. Best Patty Melt Ever
This Classic Patty Melt Recipe is an all-American classic sandwich. There’s nothing better than a good, meaty, beefy burger that is topped with caramelized onions, melted cheese and served toasted on delicious rye bread.
Get the Recipe @ amandacooksandstyles
39. Sausage and Pepper Sandwiches
These Italian Sausage and Pepper Sandwiches are going to be your new favorite lunch. Topped with plenty of peppers and sauce, be sure to bring some napkins!
Get the Recipe @ simplywhisked
40. Homemade Ice Cream Sandwich
This Homemade Ice Cream Sandwich recipe is so easy to make, it’ll be your favorite summer treat! They have a brownie-like crust, and can be filled with any ice cream flavor you prefer!
Get the Recipe @ therecipecritic
So there you go, forty amazing homemade Sandwich Recipes. Which one are you going to try first?
The 40 BEST Sandwich Recipes
This great collection of easy Sandwich Recipes will give you plenty of tasty ideas for you lunches and other handheld meals. We love this classic Reuben:
Ingredients
- 8 slices rye bread
- 1 lb corned beef, sliced and warmed
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 8 slices swiss cheese
- 4 Tbsp butter, softened
- ¼ cup Russian dressing
Instructions
- Butter one side of each bread slice and place butter side down.
- Atop four of the slices, layer cheese, corned beef, sauerkraut and dressing. Place remaining bread slices on top, buttered sides up.
- Preheat skillet over medium high heat. Lay sandwiches in skillet and grill 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and serve hot!
Notes
- Let me know which recipes you try, I love hearing from you!
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I loved what you shared about the Italian sausage and pepper sandwiches. My husband and I love to try out different types of sandwiches. We would love to try an Italian sausage sandwich sometime soon!