3 Plant Based Sandwiches EVERYONE will LOVE | Restaurant Quality

I've worked at a handful of restaurants throughout my life and have picked up a few things along the way. These sandwiches are vegan versions of some of my favourites.
The first is a Baked Tofu, brie and fig jam sandwich with spiced apples and spinach on a toasted ciabatta bun.
The second a classic mediterranean roasted veggie sandwich where I show you how to make a quick oil-free hummus to go on it and a tasty avocado spread to tie it all together.
The third is a plant based version of the classic Sloppy Joe! Instead of ground meat I use lentils. It's a bit sweet, smoky and definitely sloppy.
Let me know what you think in the comments down below!
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Recipes:
*These all make 2 large sandwiches
Baked Tofu, Brie & Fig Jam Sandwich
Ingredients:
1 block of Extra Firm Tofu
Tofu Marinade:
2 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp water
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
2 Green ApplesFig Jam
Vegan Brie (or your favourite vegan cheese)
1 Handful of Spinach
2 Ciabatta Buns
Method:
Mix tofu marinade and allow to sit for 10 minutes.
Cut extra firm tofu into 3/4 inch slices like this. S
core the tofu to give the seasoning somewhere to go and help it crisp up.
Add the tofu slices to the marinade and give it a quick press, flip and repeat.
Bake on baking tray for 35-40 minutes in a preheated oven at 400 f.
Slice 2 green apples and toss them in a bit of cinnamon.
After the tofu has been baking for 25 minutes add the apple slices to the baking tray and cook for another 10-15 minutes
Toast the ciabatta until crispy and put the sandwich together. Spread the Fig Jam on the bun and add the Sliced Brie. Layer on the tofu, apples and spinach.
Mediterranean Roasted Veggie Sandwich
Ingredients:
2 Bell Peppers
1/2 Large Onion
1 Large Zucchini
Black pepper
Hummus *Watch video for easy oil free hummus recipe
1 Ripe Avocado
8 Black Olives
1 Small Handful of Basil
Salt/Pepper
Method:
Slice and roast the veggies at 500f.
Watch for them to start to blacken, this is when you want to remove them. The peppers will finish first, then the onion then zucchini.
While that is cooking, in a small bowl add avocado, chopped olives, chopped basil, salt and pepper. Mix well.
Toast Ciabatta bun or your favourite bread
Spread on some hummus, the avocado spread and layer on the veggies.
Finish with some balsamic reduction and enjoy!
Vegan Sloppy Joes
Ingredients:
2 Cans Of Lentils
1/2 an onion
1 green bell pepper
1.5 cups of tomato sauce
1 tbsp of tomato paste
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 package of chili seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Method:
Chop and sauté the onion and bell pepper in a pre-heated sauce pan for 5-10 minutes.
Add the strained lentils, tomato sauce, tomato paste, maple syrup and chili seasoning.
Mix well and simmer for 10 minutes.
Serve on a toasted hamburger style bun or your favourite bread.
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[@beckyb5917]

Caramelized onions would be amazing on the Brie sandwich

[@Simnettnutrition]

Yes! that would be a great addition

[@barbara5495]

Oh yes!

[@lilivonshtup3808]

I'm gonna need a bigger bun!

[@christylarsen4971]

So a hint that will make Sloppy Joe's stupid good like next level add pickles and butter the bun and for an extra indulgent treat add chips to the sandwich and prepare for your food coma.

[@gozerthegozarian9500]

Caramelized onions are amazing on pretty much anything, right?

[@loriclerkson2952]

Hey Derek, so had to share. My daughter made the tofu Brie sandwich for her not vegan boyfriend and he gave it a 10/10!! You smashed that one!! Well done.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Amazing! I love hearing that.

[@Denis-bz4zf]

Can I hire you as personal chef?

[@noads-ll5xv]

Hire a person near you and train them to watch all his videos

[@carlypastore]

Seriously…. Start a food truck business and travel to all 50 states I’ll buy your food lol

[@Simnettnutrition]

haha I appreciate that!

[@richardlaporte4843]

Merci pour la video.

[@graham974]

@@carlypastore Seriously that would be an incredibly successful food truck

[@edgbarra]

Hi, Chilean here. We love bread so any kind of sandwich is always welcomed 💚

[@SuperOptiman]

You should start a restaurant chain using your recipes. These look incredible! You could easily be the next celebrity chef.

[@debbieguthrie2307]

The cat stole the show. The lentil sandwich looks really yummy as do all the other sandwiches

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you! Pollie is always doing her own thing haha

[@gzl3131]

Thank you for sharing your recipes. They are helping on my plant base journey. I bought your books I am very happy I did. 😊

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it :)

[@susansullivan7913]

Young Derek SUCH a cutie!! Current Derek is too but we don’t get to see early pics often. Love these recipe ideas! Can’t wait to try them! Also love the cat cameo!!❤️

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you! That was a long time ago, I can't remember the last time I didn't have my beard haha

[@vegangreatlife]

That’s exactly how I make hummus as well sometimes adding fresh parsley or herbs. All great classic sandwiches. I made a sloppy Joe recently with ground up tempeh which works well too. ‘Back in the day’ (lol, like I’m so old!) that Mediterranean Roasted Veggie sandwich was nearly the only vegan (though called vegetarian back then) available at many restaurants. Thankfully, things have changed! I also have a ‘first career’ in restaurants and catering. Your meals are so similar to how we like to eat. Always enjoy and share your recipe videos! 🙏 ~ Tracy

[@subversivevegan]

You had me when you struggled to get the first sammy in your mouth! 😂❤

[@dpop8378]

You can make Sloppy Joe with buttered beans from a can or soya flakes, marinated with vegan Worcestershire sauce (at least 2 hours), puff them with some flour lightly, and then bake them (tbh they are better fried) + onion flakes as a garnish, it is great. Add the beans/soya to the tomato source when it is very thick and ready; don't cook them with it for longer than 3 min so they can stay crispy.

[@maryannwabalas510]

At first I was not going to watch this video because I was like oh I make yummy vegan sandwiches myself. But I always like seeing you so I clicked on it. I am so glad I did! The first two sandwiches look amazing! I can't wait to make them. I really appreciate that you link the recipes

[@Simnettnutrition]

Awesome! thanks so much, I am glad you liked the recipes :)

[@Chameleon569]

Haven't watched Simnet for a year, came back to check what's up, wasn't disappointed. Your consistency is admirable and inspiring Derek

[@stevemann1299]

This is the plant based guy you listen to. LOVE IT!!!!!❤

[@Avery_4272]

Wow, these sandwiches look fantastic. Thanks, Derek, you can always be counted on for great recipes!

[@michelegangaware5250]

Arugula, rather than spinach, will make you even more happy!

[@tiana3194]

Perfect timing 😊

[@evag5041]

These all look amazing and would be perfect to share at my monthly vegan potluck group. We share printed recipes with every dish we bring. My group will love your channel!

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thanks for sharing :)

[@trainerbennygreen]

Dude they look SICK!! 🌱💪😋

[@marybrolin9562]

Always looking for a good vegan sammmy, and these look great! Thank you!

[@glenbohannon4318]

Have now made four of your recipes. Making vegan is revolutionizing my food world. Big thanks! The tofu, apple, brie, fig ham sandwich was truly amazing!

[@Simnettnutrition]

Amazing to hear!

[@emilymarshall5523]

Aw man! The grilled veggie sandwich omg, I need that now!!!❤❤❤

[@louisborsato7676]

Good timing Derek! Just in time for the picnic, hiking, camping season!

[@aprilc.3697]

Great lunch or dinner meal ideas…perfect for the new week!

[@kalo924]

One more: vegan BLT. For the bacon, thin slices of firm tofu marinated in allegro sauce (commercial, smoky) or smoked paprika, soy, or smoky bbq sauce), baked or fried in a little oil. Its darn good. Almost tomato season here in alabama, usa

[@rosanastimson9385]

OMG!! I want ALL of those sandwiches NOW! Seriously, all three look incredible!!

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you!

[@terrizierke8528]

WOW!!!! I can't wait to try these!! Thank you Derek...you ALWAYS deliver THE BEST recipes!!!!

[@Simnettnutrition]

thank you so much! I hope you enjoy them :D

[@dicav7166]

Please keep doing these

[@loishauger7313]

They all look super yummy; can't wait to make the hummus!

[@M077Y]

I laughed so much at the "fig jam" I dunno if it was ever a thing in the states, but in Australia FIGJAM is an acronoym popularised by the band "Butterfingers" and it stands for "Fuck I'm Good, Just Ask Me" ahahah

[@craigo2142]

Damn, man, you knocked it out of the ballpark on these. Can't wait to try all of them.

[@Simnettnutrition]

I hope you enjoy them! they are all so good

[@amandapilcher2450]

The baked tofu sandwich was insane! Hubby and I loved it. Very reminiscent of a Thanksgiving sammy.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Yes it does have a thanksgiving vibe!

[@avimol]

Thank you for the video. Made the tofu sandwich for lunch this morning and the family absolutely loved it. 👍👏💖✨️🌸

[@ClarisaAmesClarisaA.]

Thank you for sharing these amazing recipes! I’ve been in a recipe slump lately and this tofu brie sandwich was just the excitement I needed. It also made my kitchen smell amazing once I tossed the apples in the oven. 😊 I’ll be trying the other two sandwiches ASAP.

[@lesterlasa3367]

Thank you so much for sharing this recipe

[@Simnettnutrition]

No problem! Enjoy :)

[@nicolanewington1798]

Drool! Those sandwiches look amazing. I would never have thought of putting apples in a sandwich.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Me either, especially with cinnamon, but it's such a great combo!

[@EarthyGoodnessKitchen]

This video came at the perfect time! Need some good sandwiches for work 😋 🙌

[@CarolGlilsnoopy]

Last night I tried this marinade on my tofu, the Italian seasoning made it next level. Perhaps my new fav!!

[@Jacie-op3sp]

I am so grateful for you and your channel! I've been a vegan for about a year now and I use so many of your recipes. Everyone who thinks eating vegan is boring needs to check out your channel :)

[@jenm4200]

Love making vegan sloppy joes w/crumbled tempeh, but will definitely try with lentils! Yum!

[@Woah869]

The Mediterranean sandwich turned out to be amazing! I didn’t have zucchini so I used eggplant and I added some flavouring garlic and herb seasoning. Man it really did bring me back to Italy! Thanks for the wonderful recipe and it’s so flexible, love to see it.

[@carmenbailey1560]

Awesome collection, I’ll be giving these a go, Thanks for sharing with us. 👍❤️🙂

[@dougmatthews514]

Omg. This was also my favourite sandwich when I worked at this restaurant. I had it almost every day. Thanks for sharing plant based version! 😋

[@Simnettnutrition]

Haha you know it! Oh man, being a dude server there isn't easy with all the creepy dudes just wanting hot babes at their table... then they get a dude. Hahah.

[@sharonbond140]

Wow. They all look so good. I think I would just put the sloppy joe mix on a plate with the wedges, like a loaded nachos.

[@Simnettnutrition]

That would also be amazing haha

[@SuperMo15]

I'm in Parksville right now! It's so pretty today! Cheers Derek!

[@Brottchen180]

The mediterranean left me absolutely mad, so incredible, and the baked tofu brie just speaks for itself. Congrats man, awesome recipes

[@ericeinsmann5559]

These look really good! For the sloppy Joe's, I would probably use regular lentils and just cook them. Canned lentils are not readily available in our area..

[@karenmiller1105]

Three great, easy options. Thanks.

[@marzettik]

Can't go wrong with a good sandwich. TLT still my favorite. The one I make the most is chickpea salad though, lol.

[@Simnettnutrition]

I love a good TLT!

[@princev8283]

These look freaking great ty

[@moistprune9994]

We call that 2nd sandwich yoh made (not exactly but close) a Hippy Dippy at my restaurant i work at. Amazing.

[@tamiauger2766]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@Joci445]

when i used to make lentil sloppy joes i would put a bit of apple butter on the bun, was really good. coleslaw also goes really well with it

[@Simnettnutrition]

Oh those would both be great additions!

[@TheSoulInspired]

Trying these!!

[@paradisestruggle404]

I am definitely making them all! Thank you!

[@Kahlofrida13]

I’m going to try them all. Gracias 🤩

[@judya8044]

This one was excellent Thk u

[@EasyEnglishLearning01]

That combination looks so good!

[@lindarivas1506]

These look so amazing!

[@gardenmusical2647]

Thanks for these recipes

[@rowenaanderson3739]

Thanks for sharing😁

[@t.michaelbodine4341]

I have to make this. Looks incredible

[@Mona-fd5kf]

Wonderful. Thanks for the great recipes!

[@jencollier8306]

I made this tofu!!🥳😍 Easy, delicious!! Used coco aminos for a little less sodium than soy sauce but stuck with the rest as written. WILL MAKE AGAIN!

[@abotello8320]

Great recipes man!! Love the ingredient choices 👌

[@idapodrug2634]

Scoring the tofu to help absorb the marinade! Genius!

[@Pinupred21]

These look gourmet, yet easy to make thank you!

[@barbara5495]

Yummers! Definitely saving this video for future use!! Thanks so much!

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thanks for watching!

[@PloughmansBackyard]

Looks delicious!

[@robingaspard]

Thank you for these amazing recipes!!! 😍😍😍

[@TheInkinGardenSpot]

They all look so Yummy! Definitely going to try these.

[@ordogemini]

Thanks Derek for sharing your recipes!

[@kimberlygritman1790]

All HITS! Thank you!'nn

[@annamurtaugh3435]

Wow, those look amazing.

[@brendafarris7350]

those look stunning!

[@donnadurkins2668]

Yum 🤤 to all three of the sandwiches 😋

[@user-mo4hb2bb8u]

Thanks for sharing these recipes! I will definitely be trying these sandwiches.

[@hannusantaharju9599]

Thank's once again great looking, healthy food on the plate coming up !

[@em-healing]

Love your videos and your channel.Thank you!!! 😍🥰

[@Mattwren88]

killing it with these recipes man, loving it

[@josephwilliams4650]

Wow wow wow. Saved. Bookmarked. Can’t wait to make. 🙏🏼

[@katrinaharris5934]

I love a good sandwich recipe! Thank you!

[@emilywilson7308]

Incredible!😊

[@mammabear2183]

You have such creative ways to make vegan recipes delicious! Thank you for 3 awesome recipes! My mouth is watering. 😋

[@Simnettnutrition]

Glad you like them! Thank you.

[@laczuszka1985]

Looks yummy :)

[@luana910]

that tofu sandwich sounds amazing!! will try this 😍

[@bridgetvest7645]

Definitely going to do the tofu brie!🤩🤩🤩

[@gaddummit]

Nice I've just been thinking about some sandwich ideas

[@Kathryn721]

Oh my goodness, yummy! Thanks Derek

[@detail32]

These are my sandwich goals this week. I just made a load of hummus too! Thanks for the vid 👍🌱

[@michellegosselin273]

Great sandwiches. Love recipes like these for family get togethers! Thank you.

[@linzertube]

Mmmmmmmmm! Fabulous recipes, Derek!🎉

[@user-fc7pr5yc8c]

Delicious looking sandwiches. I definitely want to try them.

[@sharonknorr1106]

Yes for sandwiches. These look yummy!

[@imtherapycat]

Wow! All 3 look awesome - yet so very different from one another! Thank you - I'm definitely trying them all.

[@natural_niky]

These sandwiches look so yummy ! Thanks for sharing. I love the second one and have made a similar one before . The other two I must try they look delicious.

[@barbarak1744]

I’m making all of these

[@tammythompson2756]

Love!!!!!!

[@karenp5630]

The tofu sandwich looks amazing

[@fallonmarie1322]

Great video as always ❤

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you!