The Ultimate Vegan Bagel Sandwich

Bite into a deliciously chewy vegan bagel sandwich infused with Mediterranean baba ganoush, crisp cucumber, rich sun-dried tomatoes and spicy arugula. Protein rich and delightfully nutritious, your lunchtime options just got a whole lot tastier. 

Bagels are such a great portable lunchtime option and are perfect for making into any vegan sandwich of your dreams. In today’s recipe I’ll be showing you a Mediterranean styled sandwich, which, in my opinion, is the ultimate vegan bagel sandwich.

Originating from the Yiddish communities of Poland, bagels have become a beloved bread product around the world. 

Interestingly, as I researched where bagels came from I found this:

“…the basic roll-with-a-hole design is hundreds of years old and has other practical advantages besides providing more even cooking and baking of the dough: The hole could be used to thread string or dowels through groups of bagels, allowing easier handling and transportation and more appealing seller displays” (Source Wikipedia).

Another great advantage to bagel sandwiches is that they don’t get all soggy and wet. Not only are they delicious, they can easily hold all sorts of ingredients without falling apart. Win-win!

It’s no secret how much I love sauces, dips and spreads. When creating vegan and vegetarian dishes, the show-stopper is often the sauce. They’re so versatile and the baba ghanoush in this vegan bagel recipe is no exception.

Because of the tahini in it, it’s full of protein, fiber, vitamins and has a fantastic, nutty flavor. 

For other great vegan sandwich options you have to try these:

• Vegan Pulled Jackfruit Sandwich
• Vegan BLT Tempeh Sandwich  
• These Perfect Vegan Sloppy Joes
• Vegan Wraps with Hummus

All these vegan sandwich recipes work on any type of bread product, but if you’re in the mood for a bagel sandwich, then go ahead and substitute the bread in the recipe for a fresh bagel. You won’t be disappointed. Make sure to check my best vegan sandwiches collection for more ideas!

Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients:

• 4 Bagels
• Baba ganoush
• Cucumber
• Arugula
• Dried tomatoes in oil

How to Make It

When making a quick lunch, or take away meal, simple is the way to go. That’s what makes this baba ghanoush sandwich ideal.

First you’ll need your choice of bagels that you can find at any grocery store.

Next, you’ll spread baba ganoush onto one side of the bagel sandwich.

Finally, layer with fresh cucumbers, arugula and dried tomatoes. See the whole process of making it in my vegan bagel story.

Pack it up, or eat right away!

Serving options 

Try serving your baba ganoush sandwich with a side of any of the following:

• Fresh garden green salad
• Tabbouleh salad
• A side of fresh cut veggies
• Veggie chips
• Seasonal soup
• Pita chips
• Insalata Caprese
• Greek orzo salad
• Vegan Waldorf salad

Top Tips

• Toast your bagel for more crunch.
• This bagel sandwich can be made the night before. Just place in a container and keep cool in the fridge for up to one day.
• Make cute mini-versions of this sandwich for a party or a picnic by using mini-bagels. 
• Serve it with a side of chips, salad, cut veggies, or soup of your choice. Serve leftover baba ganoush as a dip.

Recipe Variations

No baba ganoush on hand? Try any of these spreads instead:

• Hummus or beet hummus
  
• Tahini
• Vegan Cashew Mayo
• Vegan Tofu Ricotta

Mix up your veggies and try filling your Mediterranean sandwich with these options:

• Grilled zucchini, eggplant or peppers
• Fresh tomatoes
• Lettuce
• Sprouts  (ie. alfalfa, radish, green-leaf)
• Avocado
• Pickles

You can substitute baby spinach for arugula.

Use toast bread instead of bagels.