Vegetarian Chicken Tandoori Sandwich

Elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Vegetarian Chicken Tandoori Sandwich, a flavorful fusion of Indian spices and plant-based goodness. Marinated in a tangy blend of Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and aromatic spices like garam masala, cumin, and paprika, the tender plant-based chicken fillets are grilled to perfection, boasting a smoky charred finish. Each sandwich layer bursts with freshness, featuring crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, crunchy cucumber, and zesty red onion, all perfectly complemented by a refreshing mint chutney spread. Served on lightly toasted sandwich rolls, this quick and easy recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, making it an ideal weeknight meal or lunch option. Perfect for vegetarians and flavor enthusiasts alike, this dish brings the authentic taste of tandoori right to your kitchen—no meat required!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Plant-based chicken fillets
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Ginger garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 pieces Sandwich rolls
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 piece Tomato, sliced
• 0.5 piece Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 piece Cucumber, sliced
• 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves
• 0.25 cup Mint chutney or sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, ginger garlic paste, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, paprika, and salt to create the marinade.

Step 2

Add plant-based chicken fillets to the marinade, making sure each piece is well-coated. Cover and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat a grill pan or a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 4

Cook the marinated plant-based chicken fillets on the pan for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and slightly charred.

Step 5

While the chicken is cooking, split the sandwich rolls in half and lightly toast them if desired.

Step 6

To assemble the sandwiches, spread a layer of mint chutney or sauce on the bottom halves of the rolls.

Step 7

Layer each roll with a lettuce leaf, a few slices of tomato, red onion, and cucumber.

Step 8

Place a cooked plant-based chicken fillet over the vegetables, then sprinkle cilantro leaves on top.

Step 9

Finish by placing the top halves of the rolls over the stacked fillings.

Step 10

Serve the Vegetarian Chicken Tandoori Sandwiches warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1340.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2226.8

Total Fat 71.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 3.9mg	0%
Sodium 4865.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.4g	0%
Total Sugars 33.4g
Protein 120.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 649.9mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 2559.4mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 48.1%