Vegan Smoked Salmon Sandwich

Experience the savory flavors of the ocean without any fish with this irresistible Vegan Smoked Salmon Sandwich, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite. Perfectly marinated carrot strips, infused with a smoky, umami-rich blend of soy sauce, liquid smoke, and crumbled nori, are baked to tender perfection to mimic the taste and texture of smoked salmon. Layered on hearty whole-grain bread slathered with creamy vegan cream cheese and topped with briny capers, zesty red onion slices, and fresh dill, this sandwich delivers a vibrant, satisfying bite every time. Whether you're craving a quick lunch or an elegant brunch option, this recipe is a showstopper that’s as delicious as it is easy to make. Serve open-faced or stacked, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon for the perfect balance of brightness and depth.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 large Carrots
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
• 1 sheet Nori sheets
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 slices Whole grain bread
• 4 tablespoons Vegan cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 0.5 small, thinly sliced Red onion
• 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped Dill
• 0.5 medium, cut into wedges Lemon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the large carrots and slice them lengthwise into thin strips using either a vegetable peeler or a mandoline.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, liquid smoke, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and crumble the nori sheet into small pieces. Add salt and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.

Step 4

Add the carrot strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated, and let them marinate for about 5-10 minutes.

Step 5

Place the marinated carrot strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spreading them out evenly.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 7

While the carrots are baking, spread 1 tablespoon of vegan cream cheese onto each slice of whole grain bread.

Step 8

Once the carrot 'salmon' is ready, assemble the sandwiches by layering the vegan smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese.

Step 9

Add a few capers and thin slices of red onion to each sandwich.

Step 10

Sprinkle some fresh chopped dill and squeeze a lemon wedge over the top for added flavor.

Step 11

Top each with another slice of bread or serve open-faced, and enjoy your vegan smoked salmon sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(507.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	885.2

Total Fat 50.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3645.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 22.5g
Protein 26.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 245.9mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1114.7mg	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: 49.6%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 38.6%