9 Epic Open-Face Sandwiches

F&W Editors
·2 min read
Brioche with Prosciutto, Gruyère and Egg
Brioche with Prosciutto, Gruyère and Egg

© JOHNNY MILLER

The best way to lighten up a sandwich? Take away one slice of bread. Pile the toppings high and give in to using a fork and knife. Here, nine delicious and satisfying open-face sandwiches so good you won't even miss that second slice.

Brioche with Prosciutto, Gruyère, and Egg

Brioche with Prosciutto, Gruyère and Egg
Brioche with Prosciutto, Gruyère and Egg

© JOHNNY MILLER

This sumptuous open-face sandwich is topped with gooey, melted cheese, salty prosciutto, and a runny egg.

Open-Face Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches

Open-Face Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches
Open-Face Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches

© Tina Rupp

A smoky version of eggplant Parmesan, this crunchy, crusty sandwich is made entirely on the grill.

Open-Face Smoked-Mackerel Sandwiches

Open-Face Smoked-Mackerel Sandwiches
Open-Face Smoked-Mackerel Sandwiches

© Marie Hennechart

For this version of a classic Turkish sandwich called balik ekmek, grilled bread is spread with a creamy roasted garlic puree then topped with smoked mackerel, arugula, and slices of red onion and tomato.

Tomato, Prosciutto, and Gruyère Sandwiches

Tomato, Prosciutto and Gruyère Sandwiches
Tomato, Prosciutto and Gruyère Sandwiches

© James Merrell

Chef Daniel Humm's broiled open-face cheese sandwiches make a terrific snack or a decadent lunch.

Greek Salad Sandwiches

Greek Salad Sandwiches
Greek Salad Sandwiches

© Martin Morrell

This is Greek salad perfection: chef Michael Psilakis tops warm bread with garlicky red-pepper tzatziki and a piquant combo of cucumbers, olives, peperoncini, tomatoes, radishes, greens, and feta.

Smoked Salmon Smørrebrød

Smoked Salmon Smørrebrød
Smoked Salmon Smørrebrød

© Marcus Nilsson

This gorgeous open-face rye sandwich topped with smoked salmon, tart apple, shaved fennel, and dill makes for the perfect light lunch.

Chickpea Salad Sandwiches

Chickpea Salad Sandwiches
Chickpea Salad Sandwiches

© Eva Kolenko

F&W Culinary Director at Large Justin Chapple makes these vegetarian sandwiches with plenty of chickpeas, onion, lemon juice, and dill.

Open-Faced Roasted Pepper and Hummus Sandwiches

Open-Faced Roasted Pepper and Hummus Sandwiches
Open-Faced Roasted Pepper and Hummus Sandwiches

© Pernille Pedersen

This classic pepper and hummus sandwich is a great midday snack. A drizzle of roasted red pepper-tinged olive oil on top adds another layer of flavor.

King Oyster Mushroom "BLT" with Basil Mayonnaise

King Oyster Mushroom "BLT" with Basil Mayonnaise
King Oyster Mushroom "BLT" with Basil Mayonnaise

© Con Poulos

King oyster mushrooms have a firm, meaty texture and flavor that can mimic bacon on a BLT. Mixing fresh shredded basil into mayonnaise makes for an extra special sandwich spread.