This tasty Panera Mediterranean Veggie sandwich recipe is the perfect vegetarian sandwich! It’s loaded with creamy hummus, a heap of fresh vegetables, sweet roasted peppers, and feta cheese for plenty of flavor, fiber, and protein to energize you for hours. Oh yeah, and it’s way cheaper than takeout!
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The Tastiest Sandwich Ever!
If you’ve ever had the Panera Mediterranean Veggie sandwich, then I don’t need to explain a thing. You already know how good Panera’s version is! The different textures and flavors make it fun to eat, and all the flavors ping off each other. It’s absolutely amazing!
Fortunately, this homemade version is a cinch to make at home once you’ve gathered a few supplies. You’ll want to make this sandwich every week!
For more copycat recipes, you’ll also want to try this Panera Chinese Citrus Cashew Salad and Panera Bread Baja Bowl Recipe!
Why This Recipe is Dietitian-Approved
- Meatless option: The only animal product comes from a little feta, making this sandwich suitable for vegetarians. It’s also a nice option for meat eaters who want to add more veg to their lives!
- Loaded with fiber: I know this doesn’t sound like a reason to love a sandwich, but fiber will help keep you full for longer. Plus, fiber has plenty of health benefits, like reducing bad cholesterol, regulating blood sugar, supporting your digestive health, and more. This delicious sandwich is an easy way to inch closer to your daily fiber goals!
- Easy for meal prep: If you love this copycat Panera Mediterranean Veggie sandwich recipe as much as I do, you’ll want to eat it a couple of times per week. Just stash all the ingredients in the fridge, and you can have a delicious, filling meal ready to go in just a few minutes. Easy!
Ingredient Notes
- Whole wheat bread: The original version uses Panera’s tomato basil bread, which is only available in their cafes. It’s much easier to find a nice whole wheat bread, and the extra fiber will tide you over, too.
- Hummus: Either make your own hummus (like this spicy garlic hummus or sweet potato hummus) or grab some from the store. Panera uses jalapeno-cilantro hummus for a kick of heat, but you can certainly use your favorite flavor of hummus.
- Mixed greens: I usually use spring mix or power greens.
- Veggies: Slice fresh tomatoes, red onion, and English cucumber.
- Feta cheese crumbles: To sprinkle over the veggies. This can get a little messy, but it’s worth it!
- Peppadew peppers: Look for these by olives in your grocery store. Any type of roasted sweet peppers will do, including roasted red pepper slices.
- Salt and pepper: Add a sprinkle to taste.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Spread a few tablespoons of hummus on one side of each slice of bread.
- Build the sandwich by layering the greens, tomato slices, red onion, cucumber, feta, and peppers. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, top with a second slice of bread.
- Slice in half and enjoy, or wrap tightly in plastic wrap and keep cold for up to 12 hours.
Keep scrolling to the recipe card below for the full printable recipe!
Recipe Tips:
- If you can’t find Peppadew peppers, roasted red peppers will work just fine. Peppadew peppers have some heat, so you can try adding a pinch of crushed red pepper to your hummus if you’d like some spice and choose to use roasted red peppers.
- Try tossing the greens in a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar before assembling for a tangy twist.
- Turn this into a wrap by swapping the bread for your favorite wrap.
- If you plan to make this recipe for a large crowd, this recipe doubles well.
Recipe FAQs
The tricky thing about the Mediterranean veggie sandwich is that the creamy hummus and fresh veggies can make the bread a little soggy. If you want to pack it for lunches during the week, try this instead.
Slice all your veggies and store them in separate containers in the fridge. Each morning, bring out all the containers and assemble the sandwich fresh. Wrap it up in paper as they do at Panera Bread, or tuck it away in an airtight container until lunchtime. Easy!
In the cafes, this popular veggie sandwich is served on pillowy, fluffy tomato basil bread. This is an extra-special type of bread you can only find at Panera. It’s so soft and fluffy with a slightly sweet crumble topping that makes it even more delicious.
You can buy a loaf at your local Panera and keep it in your freezer, but you’ll have a hard time finding anything similar in grocery stores. Instead, look for soft whole-grain bread sliced into slightly thick slices for a similar bite and texture.
Compared to many other fast food restaurants, the Panera Med Veg sandwich is a much healthier alternative. The whole sandwich has about 500 calories, including a whopping 18g of protein, to energize you for the rest of your day. It has 6g of fiber, and contains 9g of sugar, mostly from the sweetened tomato bread.
So, if you’re looking for a sandwich on the go, Panera’s Mediterranean Veggie sandwich is a good option. However, you can easily make it even more filling and satisfying by making it with whole wheat bread for the extra fiber.
Storage Guidelines
Store prepared sandwiches in the fridge for up to 12 hours. Any longer than that, the bread and greens will become soggy.
Serving Suggestions
This easy Panera Mediterranean Veggie sandwich recipe is intended to be served as a complete meal on its own. If you want to make your own ‘You Pick Two’ meal deal at home, serve half a sandwich with a cup of soup or a side salad! These are my favorite options:
- Healthy Chicken Noodle Soup
- Chicken Tortilla Soup
- 3 Ingredient Tomato Soup
- Turkey and Wild Rice Soup
Recipe Variations
- Try different breads: The original Mediterranean veggie sandwich from Panera is served on their fluffy tomato basil bread, which adds extra flavor and a little sweetness. You may be able to find roasted tomato bread at your local grocery store, but it’s hard to find. I generally recommend using whole wheat bread for extra fiber to fill you up anyway! Rustic sourdough bread is a great option, too.
- Add extra protein: It’s very easy to add a few slices of turkey or grilled chicken to this sandwich for an extra bit of protein. Tastes great, too!
- Use storebought hummus: I often make homemade hummus for this sandwich, but you can certainly grab a tub at the store to speed up the process. Red pepper hummus tastes especially great on this healthy sandwich.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes: These are a great alternative to the cherry peppers and add more delicious Mediterranean flavor.
- Make it gluten-free: Use your favorite gluten-free bread for a gluten-free meal.
More Meatless Options
- Sweet Potato Black Bean Quesadillas
- Vegan Falafel Wrap
- Spicy Vegan Black Bean Burger Recipe
- Pesto Breakfast Sandwich
- Chickpea Burgers with Oats
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Panera Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 slices whole wheat bread (or preferred bread)
- 1/2 cup prepared hummus
- 1/4 red onion, sliced into thin rounds
- 1/4 English cucumber, sliced thin
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbles
- 1/4 cup jarred Peppadew peppers, or roasted red peppers slices
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Spread a few tablespoons of hummus on one side of each slice of bread.
- Build the sandwich by layering the greens, tomato slices, red onion, cucumber, feta, and peppers. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, top with a second slice of bread.
- Slice in half and enjoy, or wrap tightly in plastic wrap and keep cold for up to 12 hours.
Notes
- If you can’t find Peppadew peppers, roasted red peppers will work just fine. Peppadew peppers have some heat, so you can try adding a pinch of crushed red pepper to your hummus if you’d like some spice and choose to use roasted red peppers.
- Try tossing the greens in a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar before assembling for a tangy twist.
- Turn this into a wrap by swapping the bread for your favorite wrap.
- If you plan to make this recipe for a large crowd, this recipe doubles well.
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