Hummus is one of those delicious things in life that you can do so much with. Dip carrot sticks in it, put it on a burger, eat it with a spoon, or use it as the main ingredient in a sandwich. It adds such a creamy texture to a sandwich, with plenty of healthy fats. Add lots of veg and this is the Ultimate Hummus Sandwich.
Posting a recipe for a sandwich kind of feels like posting a recipe for toast. It is pretty self explanatory - you make a sandwich by putting all the filling in between two pieces of bread. But, I think sometimes we can all get in a bit of a sandwich rut and run out of ideas of what to use as filling.
When we have a pot of hummus that needs using up (that isn't usually an issue), we make an epic hummus sandwich. Stacked up high and bursting with vegetables. It's a real pick-me-up and nice and quick to make too.
The great thing about hummus, apart from how good it tastes, is that there are so many different flavours out there. Keep it plain, or get adventurous. If you are short on time, use a good quality store bought hummus, or you could make your own. Have you tried our Roasted Carrot Hummus?
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Why you will love it
- Under 500 calories per sandwich
- Vegan
- Packed full of vegetables
- Easily adaptable
- Great as a take to work lunch
Ingredients needed
- Sourdough bread
- Hummus
- Chutney
- Olives
- Tomato
- Cucumber
- Carrot
- Rocket lettuce (arugula)
A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.
How to make it
One: Spread the hummus on to one slice of bread and the chutney on to the other.
Two: Pile all of the rest of the ingredients on to the hummus slice of bread and then top with the other slice and serve.
Vegan sandwich
Hummus is the ultimate vegan sandwich filling. I mean, who just wants a lettuce sandwich? You could make this even more filling by adding some falafel to it, and still keeping it vegan.
Is it healthy?
Why is it the ultimate hummus sandwich? Look at it! It is overflowing with goodness and deliciousness. A sandwich doesn't need cheese and mayo to be tasty, which is why we left it out of this one. It makes it healthier too.
Instead, we added as much salad and vegetables as we could and it made for some messy eating, but totally worth it. Maybe wear a bib when eating it though.
We then took this sandwich to the next level by spreading a thin layer of chutney on the bread. We used a local Yorkshire chutney, but you could use any of your favourites. It adds some nice extra texture.
Other filling to add
Actually, what would make this sandwich even more of the ultimate hummus sandwich would be to add some avocado. Doesn't avocado make everything better? But I had run out. Which almost NEVER happens. That just means that I have to make this again very soon. Maybe some sun-dried tomatoes too. So many options.
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Recipe
Ultimate Hummus Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 slices Sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoon Hummus
- 1 tablespoon Chutney
- 4 Olives - chopped
- 1 Tomato - sliced
- 0.25 Cucumber - sliced
- 0.5 Carrot - grated
- 20 g (1 cups) Rocket (arugula)
Instructions
- Spread the hummus on to one slice of bread and the chutney on to the other.
- Pile all of the rest of the ingredients on to the hummus slice of bread and then top with the other slice and serve.
Recipe Tips
- Take this sandwich to the next level by adding a spoonful of your favourite chutney.
- Want to make this even more epic? Add some slices of avocado and sun-dried tomato.
- Try making your own hummus and making different flavours like roasted red pepper or roasted butternut squash.
- Feel free to add any shredded vegetables or salad that you have that needs using up.
Nutritional Information
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
This is totally my kind of sandwich! I love all the veggies, strawberries and hummus in here! Can't wait to try this for lunch one day!
Laura ~ RYG says
I know so little about hummus, I usually just buy it from the store! Time to make my own. So interesting that you are putting fruit on sandwiches, now that is a new one for me!!!!
Nadia's Healthy Kitchen says
Sourdough is one of the few types of bread I eat. It's the best! I like that you added strawberries, wonder what it's like with hummus. Must try! :)
Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says
Gah! I've been craving a really good sandwich like this. Looks incredible :)
Ashley says
Hummus is a huge staple at our house! And I am always looking for new sandwich ideas - I definitely get stuck in ruts with them! This looks fantastic!
Dani @ Dani California Cooks says
If I eat a sandwich, it's usually tuna salad OR a veggie/hummus loaded sandwich. This is a great idea. Love that you used sourdough!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
I love hummus in and on everything, especially a sammie! And yours looks delish! Love that this is stuffed with so much veggie goodness AND strawberries?! I would have never thought of adding strawberries! GENIUS! LOVES IT! Cheers, girlfriend! <3
cheri says
HI Dannii, definitely my kind of sandwich, love that you added strawberries.
Jessica says
Lots of colours going on here. It's really interesting that you add strawberries to the sandwich.
Kezia @ Super Naturally Healthy says
It has got to be bacon, brie and some sort of onion chutney - so good! Now I just have it without the bread!! :)
Joanne says
Whenever I don't know what to put on a sandwich, I whip up a container of hummus and it solves all of life's problems. Love this!
David @ Spiced says
I love, love, love hummus sandwiches! But I must admit that I've never included strawberries in a sandwich...very creative! I think I'm liking where you are going with this...I need to try it. And soon! :-)
Mary says
That's a fresh, crispy, tasty looking sandwich
Amy says
Im really enjoying sandwich week. Can't wait to see what sandwich is up next. I've made all them so far and loved each one
Erica says
Oh my. What an amazing looking sandwich! It really is ultimate as I looooooove hummus