Best 7 Middle Eastern Grilled Vegetable Sandwiches Recipes

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Middle Eastern cuisine offers a diverse range of grilled vegetable sandwiches, each bursting with unique flavors and textures. From the smoky eggplant-based baba ganoush to the vibrant beet and carrot-filled shakshuka, these sandwiches are a delightful fusion of culinary traditions. Whether you prefer the simplicity of grilled halloumi with fresh herbs or the complexity of layered falafel with tahini sauce, there's a perfect grilled vegetable sandwich waiting to satisfy your taste buds. So fire up your grill, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of the Middle East.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE SANDWICH



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Roasted vegetables taste delicious in this sandwich. It is great to take along on a picnic!

Provided by CHRIS M

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 eggplant, sliced into strips
2 red bell peppers
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 portobello mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, crushed
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 (1 pound) loaf focaccia bread

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Brush eggplant and red bell peppers with 1 tablespoon olive oil; use more if necessary, depending on sizes of vegetables. Place on a baking sheet and roast in preheated oven. Roast eggplant until tender, about 25 minutes; roast peppers until blackened. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and cook and stir mushrooms until tender. Stir crushed garlic into mayonnaise. Slice focaccia in half lengthwise. Spread mayonnaise mixture on one or both halves.
  • Peel cooled peppers, core, and slice. Arrange eggplant, peppers and mushrooms on focaccia. Wrap sandwich in plastic wrap; place a cutting board on top of it and weight it down with some canned foods. Allow sandwich to sit for 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.1 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 3.5 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 500.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

MIDDLE EASTERN GRILLED VEGETABLE SANDWICHES



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     lunch, main course

Time 25m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small eggplant, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
3 small zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 cup cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed if using canned
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
2 tablespoons tahini
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
8 small pita pockets
4 lettuce leaves, chopped
1 small tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Start a charcoal grill. Grill the eggplant and zucchini until tender, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Let cool. Cut into 1/2-inch dice.
  • Place the grilled vegetables, chickpeas, mint and parsley in a large bowl and toss to combine. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, salt and pepper and toss with the vegetable mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Cut off the top third of each pita. Fill each one with about 1/3 cup of the vegetable mixture. Top with some of the chopped lettuce and tomato. Serve 2 pitas per person.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 421, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 77 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 16 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 889 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

GREAT GRILLED VEGETABLE SANDWICH



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 Japanese eggplant sliced on an angle in half-inch thick slices
1 small zucchini sliced on an angle in half-inch thick slices
1 red pepper cut in quarters lengthwise
1 small red onion cut into 4 slices
2 portobello mushroom caps
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
8 slices crusty peasant style bread cut 1/2-inch thick
4 pieces red leaf lettuce
Herbed Mayonnaise, recipe follows
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 lemon, juiced
A few drop hot sauce
1 garlic clove, crushed and skin removed
2 tablespoons thyme leaves
2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • Using a pastry brush, brush olive oil on the vegetable slices and the portobello mushrooms. Season them with salt and pepper. Place vegetables on a hot grill and cook until they are tender. Once vegetables are done brush sliced bread with olive oil and grill on both sides. To assemble, slice portobellos into 1/4-inch slices, spread both sides of the grilled bread with Herbed Mayonnaise and then top with 1 slice each of grilled vegetables and a quarter of the mushrooms, and finish off with lettuce and top with remaining piece of bread.
  • Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse.

GRILLED VEGETABLE, HERB AND GOAT CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 18m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 zucchini, ends trimmed and discarded, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick pieces
2 Japanese eggplants, ends trimmed and discarded, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick pieces
1 (12 1/2-ounce) baguette, sliced in 1/2 lengthwise
1 cup (6 1/2 ounces) goat cheese, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups baby spinach

Steps:

  • Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, tarragon, thyme, salt, and pepper. Place 2 tablespoons of the mixture in a medium bowl. Add the zucchini and eggplant and toss until coated. Place the vegetables on the grill pan or grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until tender. While the vegetables are cooking, spread the olive oil mixture on the baguette halves. Using a spatula spread the goat cheese over the olive oil mixture. Place the cooked vegetables on the bottom half of the baguette. Arrange the spinach on top of the vegetables. Place the top half of the baguette over the filling.
  • To serve, cut the baguette into 4 sandwiches. Serve immediately or wrap in parchment paper and refrigerate for up to 2 hours.

GRILLED VEGETABLE SANDWICH



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Wow! Meat lovers won't even miss the meat, instead they will rave about the simply fabulous flavor of this hearty grilled veggie sandwich! It's wonderful with ciabatta bread's crispy crust and light, airy texture. This recipe's a keeper! -Diana Tseperkas, Hamden, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise into ribbons
1 medium sweet red pepper, quartered
1 small red onion, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing
1 loaf ciabatta bread (14 ounces), split
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the zucchini, pepper, onion and salad dressing. Cover and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Drain and discard marinade., Brush cut sides of bread with oil; set aside. Place vegetables on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. Grill bread, oil side down, over medium heat for 30-60 seconds or until toasted., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, zest and garlic. Spread over cut side of bread bottom; sprinkle with cheese. Top with vegetables and remaining bread. Cut into 4 slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 862mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

GRILLED VEGETABLE SANDWICHES



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Use some of your fresh garden bounty to build these hearty, unique subs. Basil-lemon mayo adds terrific flavor. -Kathy Hewitt, Cranston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large sweet red peppers
3 medium red onions
3 large zucchini
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
6 garlic cloves, minced
12 submarine buns, split
24 slices cheddar cheese
3 medium tomatoes, sliced
3/4 cup hummus

Steps:

  • Cut the red peppers into eighths; cut onions and zucchini into 1/2-in. slices. Brush vegetables with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill vegetables in batches, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender. Cool., Combine the mayonnaise, basil, lemon juice and garlic; spread over bun bottoms. Layer with cheese, grilled vegetables and tomatoes. Spread hummus over bun tops; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 773 calories, Fat 37g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 1441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

BEST GRILLED VEGETABLE SANDWICH



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A delicious vegetarian sandwich made with freshly grilled zucchini, eggplant, red bell pepper, fresh mozzarella, plum tomato, and basil pesto in a whole-grain baguette.

Provided by Suzy729

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ zucchini, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
½ small eggplant, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
1 red bell pepper, quartered
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
ground black pepper to taste
1 small whole-grain baguette, cut into two halves and split lengthwise
¼ cup basil pesto
4 ounces fresh baby mozzarella, sliced
2 plum tomatoes, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine zucchini, eggplant, and red bell pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle salt over the mixture. Set aside to allow the vegetables to tenderize, at least 3 hours.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Drain moisture from vegetable mixture. Brush vegetables with olive oil to coat; season with black pepper.
  • Cook vegetables on hot grill until tender, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  • Toast cut sides of baguette in a toaster oven until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread basil pesto evenly over toasted surface. Arrange grilled vegetables evenly onto 2 of the baguette halves. Top each with sliced mozzarella and plum tomato slices; top sandwich with the remaining baguette pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 714.3 calories, Carbohydrate 79.8 g, Cholesterol 46.3 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 1917.9 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality vegetables for the best flavor.
  • Grill the vegetables until they are tender but still have a slight crunch.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to create a colorful and flavorful sandwich.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices to season the vegetables.
  • Serve the sandwiches immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Middle Eastern grilled vegetable sandwiches are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of the Middle East. They are perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and they can be easily customized to your liking. With a variety of fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices, these sandwiches are sure to become a favorite in your home.

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