Listen I love sandwiches, especially those that have meat in them (see my obsession with the iconic Bacon, Egg, and Cheese). But there's something so special and refreshing about a sandwich that is absolutely packed to the gills with veggies. And this folks, is the ultimate veggie sandwich. Between two slices of bread you will find nine different vegetables packed together in harmony (well technically seven because avocados and tomatoes are fruit but you get what I mean). There are a few things I want to see in every veggie sandwich and they're all in here:

Veggie Spread

This adds some creaminess and sauciness that you'd typically get from something like mayo but can be accomplished with plant-based ingredients. In this case we have two spreads: a simple avocado mash and hummus. They both act as glue, holding every component of the sandwich together, while also providing richness and texture.

Sprouts

For whatever reason alfalfa sprouts are a must for me on veggie sandwiches. Those distinctively  smelling, wiry little micro greens add so much to a veggie sandwich. If you really don't like them you, skip them.

Something "Meaty"

Pardon the pun but I truly can't think of a better way to describe it. You need a more substantial veggie that can add some heft and protein to the sandwich. Mushrooms and tofu are great, but I opted for some miso-glazed eggplant that will knock your socks off.

This is just a baseline sandwich, you can swap out anything or even, dare I say it, add more vegetables. It can also be made fully vegan if you swap out the honey for agave or brown sugar.

Tried this ultimate sandwich at home? Let us know how it came out in the comments below!