20 Tomato Sandwiches You'll Want to Make All Summer Long

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Published on May 28, 2024

a recipe photo of the Tomato Sandwich — Photo: Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Anna Kelly, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman

Use fresh tomatoes from this summer’s harvest to make these juicy sandwiches. From simple recipes where tomatoes are front and center, to delicious stackers that feature more seasonal produce like avocado, cucumber and eggplant, these sandwiches are satisfying options for lunch or dinner. Our Best Tomato Sandwich features an herbaceous cream cheese spread that readers love. And we’re sure you’ll want to make The Ultimate Vegetarian Club Sandwich your new go-to after just one bite.

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The Best Tomato Sandwich

a recipe photo of the Tomato Sandwich — Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Anna Kelly, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman

This classic tomato sandwich features a lovely combination of sweet juicy tomatoes and herby cream cheese. You can make a big batch of the cream cheese mixture and have it on hand to spread on bagels or crackers. For a boost of protein, add smoked salmon or sliced turkey or chicken.

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Cucumber & Tomato Sandwich

a recipe photo of the Cucumber & Tomato Sandwich — Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf

This herby cucumber and tomato sandwich is crisp and refreshing, making the most out of summer’s produce bounty. Chives add a delicate onion flavor to the cream cheese, but dill or basil can be used in their place.

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The Ultimate Vegetarian Club Sandwich

The Ultimate Vegetarian Club Sandwich recipe sliced on a cutting board — Caitlin Bensel

Taking time and care with each component—like getting a nice char on the eggplant—is the secret to this standout sandwich.

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Caprese Sandwich

Caprese Sandwich — Photographer / Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist / Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist / Christine Keely

This caprese sandwich is fresh from the basil and hearty from thick, crusty ciabatta. The sun-dried tomatoes deepen the flavor. Topping the bread with a layer of basil leaves and using toasted bread helps to keep the sandwich from getting soggy if you need to make it a few hours ahead.

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Egg Sandwiches with Rosemary, Tomato & Feta

Mediterranean Breakfast Sandwiches — Photographer /Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Emily Nabors Hall

These hearty breakfast sandwiches are packed with ingredients popular in the Mediterranean diet, including feta, tomato and spinach.

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Avocado, Tomato & Chicken Sandwich

Avocado, Tomato & Chicken Sandwich

In this healthy chicken sandwich recipe, the avocado is mashed to create a healthy creamy spread.

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Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomato & Cucumber Sandwich

a recipe photo of the Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomato & Cucumber Sandwich — Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Lauren Odum

This protein-packed hummus sandwich features a topping of crisp veggies, feta cheese and sweet, tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Sun-dried tomatoes in oil have a soft texture perfect for sandwiches. You can use dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes in their place, but you may have to rehydrate them in water to soften them before using.

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Mozzarella, Tomato & Prosciutto Sandwich

a recipe photo of the Mozzarella, Tomato & Prosciutto Sandwich — Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

This prosciutto sandwich takes the classic ham-and-cheese sandwich to a new level with savory prosciutto and fresh, creamy mozzarella. The toasted bread adds a nice crispiness that complements the softness of the fillings. If you want to enhance the basil flavor even more, a smear of pesto on the toasted bread will do the trick.

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Tuna Salad & Tomato Sandwich

a recipe photo of the Tuna Salad & Tomato Sandwich — Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser

This classic deli-style tuna sandwich is packed with protein and topped with a juicy slice of fresh tomato. This recipe makes one sandwich, but you can easily double or quadruple the recipe to make more. Sweet pickle relish adds a contrast of flavors to the mix, but if you prefer something less sweet, dill pickle relish can be used in its place.

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Cucumber Caprese Sandwich

cucumber caprese sandwich — Brie Passano

We added cucumber and greens to the tomato to make this refreshing cucumber caprese sandwich flavored with pesto, fresh mozzarella and a sweet balsamic glaze.

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Tomato-&-Avocado Cheese Sandwich

tomato avocado cheese sandwich

Parmesan cheese is such a bold flavor, you only need 1/4 cup to add a big punch to this vegetarian toaster-oven sandwich. Get a serving of fruit too, when you enjoy the sandwich with a fresh pear.

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Tomato & Burrata Sandwich

a photo of the Tomato & Burrata Sandwich — Dillon Evans

This easy sandwich is a harmony of flavors that you can toss together for a quick lunch or dinner. Fresh heirloom tomato pairs well with the slightly salty, creamy burrata and tangy balsamic vinegar. Be sure to toast the ciabatta, as it adds a welcome crunch and keeps the bread from getting soggy. If you're looking to add more protein to the sandwich, sliced deli meat like chicken or turkey would be delicious.

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BLATs (Bacon-Lettuce-Avocado-Tomato Sandwiches)

BLATs (Bacon-Lettuce-Avocado-Tomato Sandwiches)

In this healthy BLT recipe, we use a creamy avocado spread flavored with garlic and basil, and add sprouts. Look for sprouted-wheat bread in the frozen section or with other specialty breads at your grocery store.

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Tomato & Smoked Mozzarella Sandwiches

tomato and smoked mozzarella sandwiches

Take a classic combination like fresh tomatoes and mozzarella, add a couple flavor-packed ingredients like olives and sun-dried tomatoes, put it between two pieces of crusty bread and you'll have a satisfying weekend lunch or an easy warm-weather supper.

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Loaded Veggie Club Sandwich

Loaded Veggie Club Sandwich — Jacob Fox

This loaded veggie club sandwich is layered with plenty of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and carrots, with bacon, Cheddar cheese and an extra slice of bread in the middle adding savory flavors. Make sure your bread is sliced thinly to help keep the sandwich together.

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Tomato Sandwiches with Roasted Garlic & Basil Aioli

Tomato Sandwich Roasted Garlic Basil Aioli — Brittany Conerly

These tomato sandwiches feature thick slices of fresh summer tomatoes plus homemade garlic aioli. To avoid a soggy sandwich, we toast the bread and draw moisture out of the tomatoes by placing them on paper towels and sprinkling them with a little salt.

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Tomato & Provolone Sandwiches

tomato provolone sandwich

There's something magical about a simple bread-and-tomato sandwich, but this one is even better topped with melted provolone cheese and tarragon-garlic mayo.

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Turkey & Tomato Panini

Turkey and Tomato Panini

A creamy spread full of Parmesan and fresh basil cozies up to turkey and summer-ripe tomato slices for a savory hot sandwich that will quickly become a go-to mealtime solution.

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Grilled Cheese and Tomato Sandwich

A classic grilled cheese sandwich is dressed up with slices of fresh tomato. Lunch was never so quick and easy.

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Veggie & Cream Cheese Sandwich

Veggie and cream cheese sandwich — Victor Protasio

The cream cheese in this veggie and cream cheese sandwich adds flavor while holding everything in place. This colorful, well-balanced sandwich is crispy from the cucumber and peppers, sweet from tomatoes and beets, and tangy from the banana peppers.

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