Creamy Vegetable Sandwich

Thank you Libby’s Vegetables  for sponsoring this post.

Juggling school, work, everyone's schedule, and mealtimes can feel a bit intimidating at times. So I'm always looking for quick, easy yet wholesome recipes that my family can enjoy together.

This creamy vegetable sandwich is one such meal and our favorite these days!

I like using Libby’s Vegetables to create this simple, healthy, and flavorful Back to School recipe.

This vegetable sandwich is

• creamy and cheesy
• loaded with veggies
• very customizable
• a complete and fuss-free meal
• last but not least super delicious!!

Be it lunchtime to weeknight meals, this sandwich is our go-to option since my kids love it!! And it's very easy to make too.

Make the filling, spread it over your favorite bread, and toast or grill it. Can't get easier than this right!!

The veggies are key to this recipe and provide a great subtle crunch to the recipe. But if you have a picky eater, mash the veggies and add to the filling.

I prefer to use Libby’s Vegetable cups for this recipe as they are already pre-cut, cleaned, and cooked a.k.a ready to use making mealtimes super fast and gives me moments to get loved ones back to the table.  

I'm all about taking healthy shortcuts that enable me to cook homemade delicious meals in a flash which is the key to keeping my family happy and healthy throughout the school year.

So, without further ado, let's see how to make this delicious vegetable sandwich.

Recipe Ingredients

• Dairy - Butter, cream cheese, and shredded cheese (using mozzarella but feel free to replace with your cheese of choice)
• Vegetables - Red onion, Libby’s Diced Carrot Cups, Libby’s Sweet Peas Cups, and Libby’s Whole Kernel Sweet Corn Cups 
• Seasoning and aromatics - Garlic, tomato ketchup, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
• Bread - Oatnut bread but any sliced bread of choice can be used.

Step by Step Instructions

Make the vegetable sandwich spread

1 - Drain each Libby's Vegetables Cup and set aside. In a pan add butter and once it melted add the onions and garlic. Saute until onions are soft and translucent. 

2 to 4 - Add in the Italian seasoning, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir in the veggies followed by cilantro. Give it a good mix.  Let it cool. 

5 to 8 - In a mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese, tomato ketchup, shredded mozzarella, and vegetable filling.  Mix until well combined and divide it into 4 portions. 

For the Vegetable Sandwich

9 to 12 - Apply butter to both the bread slices facing up. Place one portion of the filling and spread it evenly. Top it with another bread slice. Apply some butter on top. 

13 - Heat a grill pan (or griddle) on medium flame and place the sandwich with the butter side down. Cook for 2 mins or until crispy and golden. 

14 & 15 - Apply some butter to the side facing up and flip to cook until golden brown. 

16 - When both sides have crisped up, remove on a cooling rack (this prevents the sandwich from being soggy). 

Delicious, cheesy, and filling Creamy vegetable sandwich is ready!! Cut into half and serve warm!

Serving suggestions

I find these sandwiches to be a complete and filling meal on its own but you can pair it with your favorite soup or salad for that cozy meal.

These are also perfect as tea-time sandwiches or for picnics, parties, and potlucks. They don't get soggy and can be easily reheated (in the oven or on a griddle) to crisp up.

One of the fun ways I've been serving these to kids is as finger sandwiches in their lunchbox (even while at home) with some fruits and chips or crackers of choice. They simply love it!!

More easy wholesome dinner ideas

• Veg Pulao 
• Vegetarian Nachos
• Veg Hakka Noodles
• Instant Wheat Dosa