This gluten-free, dairy-free sandwich layers savory vegetarian ham, creamy plant-based cheese, peppery arugula, tomato, and tangy pickles with a Dijon-mayo spread. Gentle skillet grilling gives the gluten-free bread a crisp golden exterior while helping the dairy-free cheese soften.
Estimated nutrition
Per serving
Based on 2 servings
- Calories
- 520 kcal
- Protein
- 18 g
- Carbs
- 62 g
- Fat
- 22 g
- Fiber
- 6 g
Actual values can vary with brands, amounts, and preparation.
Ingredients
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- 4 slices gluten-free sandwich bread (about 120 g total)
- 8 slices gluten-free vegetarian ham (about 100 g total)
- 4 slices dairy-free cheese (about 80 g total)
- 1 cup (20 g) fresh arugula
- 1 medium tomato (120 g), thinly sliced
- ¼ cup (40 g) sliced dill pickles
Spread & Grilling
- 2 tbsp vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- 1
Make the spread: In a small bowl, stir together the vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and black pepper.
- 2
Assemble the sandwiches: Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over one side of all 4 bread slices. Divide the arugula, vegetarian ham, dairy-free cheese, tomato, and pickles between 2 slices. Top with the remaining bread, spread-side down.
- 3
Prepare the skillet: Heat a large nonstick or well-seasoned skillet over medium-low heat. Brush ½ tbsp olive oil over the outside of the top bread slices.
- 4
Grill the first side: Place the sandwiches oil-side down in the skillet. Brush the exposed bread with the remaining ½ tbsp olive oil. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until the bottoms are crisp and golden.
- 5
Flip and finish: Carefully flip the sandwiches and cook for another 2–3 minutes. Cover the skillet for the final 30–60 seconds to help the dairy-free cheese soften without over-browning the gluten-free bread.
- 6
Serve: Transfer to plates, rest for 1 minute, then slice each sandwich in half and serve warm.
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