Vegetarian Open-Faced Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this Vegetarian Open-Faced Ham and Cheese Sandwich, a delicious twist on a classic comfort food. Built on thick slices of whole-grain bread, this recipe layers creamy mashed avocado, savory vegetarian ham slices, juicy tomatoes, and freshly grated cheddar cheese for a flavor-packed experience. Baked to golden, melty perfection and topped with fragrant basil leaves, it’s an easy, wholesome meal that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weekdays or casual brunches, this plant-based sandwich delivers all the charm of the traditional version with a vegetarian-friendly twist. Serve warm and enjoy the irresistible combination of textures and flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices Thick slices of whole-grain bread
- 4 slices Vegetarian ham slices
- 1 medium Tomato, sliced
- 0.5 whole Avocado
- 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Butter or plant-based spread
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter or plant-based spread on each slice of whole-grain bread.
Place the buttered bread slices on a baking sheet, buttered side up, and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes until they are lightly golden.
While the bread is toasting, halve the avocado, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl. Mash with a fork until smooth and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Remove the bread from the oven and spread the mashed avocado evenly on each slice.
Place two slices of vegetarian ham over the avocado on each piece of bread.
Layer the sliced tomato evenly on top of the ham on each slice of bread.
Evenly sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the tomatoes on both bread slices.
Drizzle olive oil lightly over the top of each bread slice to help the cheese melt evenly.
Return the slices to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
Sprinkle each sandwich with a little more black pepper, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
935 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.3 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2164 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.0 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 516 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1145 mg | 24% | |
*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.
