Dairy-Free Paneer Sandwich
Savor the irresistible flavors of this Dairy-Free Paneer Sandwich, a vegan twist on a classic Indian-inspired favorite. Made with protein-packed firm tofu marinated in aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, and chaat masala, this recipe delivers all the bold, savory goodness of traditional paneer without a drop of dairy. Lightly pan-seared tofu slices are paired with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion, all nestled between toasted whole-grain bread slathered with a zesty vegan mayo-mustard spread. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes and is ideal for anyone seeking a satisfying, plant-based sandwich option. Try it today and enjoy a healthy, flavorful meal that's as wholesome as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala
- 0.25 teaspoon Black salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Mustard
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Tomato
- 0.5 Cucumber
- 0.5 Red onion
Instructions
Slice the firm tofu into 1 cm thick slices resembling paneer.
In a bowl, mix together olive oil, turmeric powder, cumin powder, chaat masala, black salt, regular salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Carefully coat the tofu slices with the marinade and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
While the tofu is marinating, slice the tomato, cucumber, and red onion into thin slices.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the marinated tofu slices. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
While the tofu is cooking, lightly toast the whole grain bread slices in a toaster or on a skillet until just golden.
In a small bowl, combine the vegan mayonnaise and mustard, then spread this mixture evenly over one side of each slice of toasted bread.
Assemble the sandwich by layering lettuce leaves, cooked tofu slices, tomato slices, cucumber slices, and red onion slices on two of the toast slices.
Place the remaining toast slices on top to complete the sandwiches.
Cut each sandwich in half diagonally and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
931 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.5 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 3794 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.6 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 41.9 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 520 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1156 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
