Vegan Paneer Sandwich

Transform your lunchtime routine with this scrumptious Vegan Paneer Sandwich, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! This recipe swaps traditional paneer for firm tofu, marinated in a flavorful blend of nutritional yeast, soy sauce, smoked paprika, and zesty lemon juice, creating a smoky, protein-packed centerpiece. Pan-fried to golden perfection, the tofu pairs beautifully with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and refreshing cucumber, all nestled between slices of toasted whole grain or sourdough bread. A generous layer of creamy vegan mayonnaise and tangy Dijon mustard ties it all together for a sandwich that’s rich, satisfying, and completely dairy-free. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and healthy vegan recipe is perfect for a lunch upgrade or a light dinner. It's a must-try for anyone craving a delicious and nutritious plant-based meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams Firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 slices Whole grain or sourdough bread
• 2 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 small Cucumber
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Drain the tofu and press it between kitchen towels to remove excess moisture. Slice into 1 cm thick squares to resemble paneer slices.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine nutritional yeast, soy sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 3

Add the tofu slices to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Fry marinated tofu slices for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and slightly crisp.

Step 5

While the tofu is cooking, slice the tomato and cucumber into thin rounds.

Step 6

Toast the bread slices lightly for added crunch.

Step 7

Spread vegan mayonnaise and Dijon mustard evenly over one side of each bread slice.

Step 8

Assemble the sandwich by adding a layer of lettuce on two slices of bread, followed by tomato slices, cucumber slices, and the cooked tofu slices.

Step 9

Top with another slice of bread, cut each sandwich in half, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(669.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	793.6

Total Fat 35.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 6.8mg	0%
Sodium 4368.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.5g
Protein 47.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 491.6mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1363.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.0%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 39.2%