by Margaret S Garrett - Published 6 months ago

6 Healthy Back-to-School Sandwiches (Under 450 Calories)

It’s time to start thinking about packing your lunches again. Instead of the same old tuna sandwich or unhealthy PB&J, try these six sandwiches using ten ingredients or less.

1. MASHED AVOCADO EGG SANDWICH | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Use avocado instead of mayo, add mustard and lemon for a delicious egg salad. You can make enough for two meals or share with a friend. Recipe yields two servings of 1/2 egg salad each.

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 204; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 370mg; Sodium: 348mg; Carbohydrate: 5g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 0g; Protein: 13g

2. THE GREEN GODDESS SANDWICH | THE BOJON GOURMET

This sandwich is a veggie-packed, flavor-filled, protein-rich stunner that will make you crave your greens. Plus, the homemade mayo is also a great veggie dip. The recipe makes 4 servings, with 1 sandwich per serving.

Nutrition (per serving): *Calories: 267; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 11mg; Sodium: 452mg; Carbohydrate: 35g; Dietary Fiber: 12g; Sugar: 12g; Protein: 19g*

3. CHICKEN CAESAR SANDWICH | SIMPLY DELICIOUS

This sandwich features a yogurt-based Caesar dressing that skips the egg. Leftover chicken works perfectly, and the sandwich only has 1 gram of sugar, making it a diet-friendly choice. The recipe makes 4 servings, with 1 sandwich per serving.

Nutrition (per serving):Calories: 316; Total Fat: 22g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 14g; Cholesterol: 47mg; Sodium: 449mg; Carbohydrate: 17g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 19g

4. LOADED MEDITERRANEAN VEGGIE SANDWICH | LAYERS OF HAPPINESS

This sandwich features the best of Mediterranean cuisine, served on whole-wheat bread. Avocados, rich in fiber and healthy fats, provide sustained energy. The recipe yields 1 serving, which is 1 sandwich.

Nutrition (per serving):Calories: 399; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 20mg; Sodium: 835mg; Carbohydrate: 62g; Dietary Fiber: 12g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 16g

5. SKINNY GREEK YOGURT CHICKEN SALAD | KIM’S CRAVINGS

This chicken salad recipe is perfect for busy people. Make a large batch at the beginning of the week and use it in wraps or sandwiches every morning. The recipe yields 5 servings, each 1/2 cup.

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 164; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 40mg; Sodium: 48mg; Carbohydrate: 7g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 15g

6. VEGAN “BLT” SANDWICH | MINIMALIST BAKER

6 Amazing Back-to-School Sandwiches Under 450 Calories

You don't have to give up BLTs when you go vegan. This vegan version uses eggplant bacon and has significantly fewer calories and fat, restoring the crunch to your sandwich. The recipe makes 1 serving, which is 1 sandwich.

Nutritional Information (per serving): *Calories: 444; Total Fat: 16g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 620mg; Carbohydrate: 73g; Dietary Fiber: 10g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 9g*