Healthy Sandwich Ideas for a Fast and Filling Lunch

Carbs have gotten a bad rap over the past few years, but that doesn’t mean you need to give up bread for good! These healthy sandwich recipes are proof that you can eat better without saying goodbye to baguettes, rolls, rye, wheat, and white bread. From veggie-packed wraps to lightened up versions of the classics (including BLTs and grilled cheese!), there’s a good-for-you, grab-and-go lunch option for whatever you’re craving. We even included a few healthy sandwiches for kids, so you can feel good about what you’re sending the little ones to school with.

Whether your goal is to lose weight, stick to a diet, or simply boost your fruit and veggie intake, you won’t be stuck eating the same salad for lunch day after day (though we do love a big bowl of greens!). Instead, these recipes will inspire you to shake up your midday meal routine by packing your lunch box with a variety of wraps, hoagies, heroes, and pitas that are packed with protein, fiber, and other nutrients. Plus, every single one of these options —whether it’s a vegetarian recipe or one that’s piled high with cold cuts — will fill you up, so you can avoid the post-lunch crash and hanger-crazed urge to snack all afternoon!