Working through freelance projects all weekend with a big bowl of green hummus in the fridge led to an obvious solution: hummus sandwiches. I’m usually skeptical about vegetarian sandwiches because they can be mostly bread, but this fresh, hearty green goddess hummus sandwich won me over.
Start with sturdy whole-grain bread, lightly toasted so it holds up. Generously spread both slices with herbed green goddess hummus—either homemade or your favorite store-bought version. Layer thin cucumber slices, crisp lettuce, and tangy pickles. Top with the second slice of bread and you have a flavorful, satisfying lunch.
I’m picky about pickles, and most commercial varieties strike me as overly salty. The solution is quick pickles, which are easy to make and much brighter in flavor. You can quick-pickle many vegetables—radishes, cabbage, fennel, shallots, beets, onions, and carrots all work well. The thinner you slice the vegetables, the faster they absorb the brine.
The quick-pickled red onions and carrots here are ready in under thirty minutes. They add crunch and bright vinegar notes to sandwiches, tacos, salads, and toasts—anywhere a salty, crisp, tangy boost is welcome.
If you’re short on time, store-bought hummus and pickles work perfectly. But if you want to try quick homemade hummus and pickles, you’ll be rewarded with an exceptional sandwich and extras to use on other meals during the week.
I always enjoy hearing how recipes turn out, so if you make this sandwich please leave a comment or share a photo on Instagram with the hashtag #cookieandkate so I can see your version.
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Green Goddess Hummus Sandwich
- Author: Kathryne Taylor
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich
- Diet: Vegetarian
4.8 from 11 reviews
This healthy hummus sandwich layers crisp cucumbers, tangy quick-pickled red onions and carrots, lettuce, and herbed hummus. Homemade hummus and pickles are delicious here, but store-bought substitutes work for a faster meal.
Ingredients
Per sandwich
- 2 slices sturdy whole grain bread, lightly toasted
- ¼ cup homemade green goddess hummus or store-bought hummus
- About a 1-inch section of cucumber, sliced thin
- 1 to 2 lettuce leaves, cut to size
- Pickles, to taste (slice larger store-bought pickles into thin strips if needed)
Quick-pickled red onions and carrots
- 5 to 7 medium to large carrots (¾ to 1 pound)
- 1 small to medium red onion (about ½ pound)
- 1 cup plain white vinegar, white wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- ¼ cup honey, maple syrup, or sugar of choice
- 2 ½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- To make the quick-pickled vegetables, peel the carrots and use a julienne peeler or a regular vegetable peeler to create thin ribbons. Carefully slice the red onion into very thin rounds with a mandoline or sharp chef’s knife. Place the carrots in one pint jar and the onions in another so colors stay bright.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sweetener, salt, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle boil, then pour the hot brine evenly into each jar. Press the vegetables gently with a spoon so they’re submerged. Let cool to room temperature; very thin slices are usually ready in thirty minutes or less.
- To assemble the sandwich, spread a generous layer of hummus on each slice of toasted bread. On one slice, layer cucumbers, lettuce, and pickles. Top with the second slice, hummus-side down. Serve immediately.
Notes
Quick-pickled vegetables adapted from a basic quick-pickle method.
Make it vegan: Substitute maple syrup or granulated vegan sugar for the honey.
Pickling options: Swap in thinly sliced radishes, cabbage, fennel, shallots, beets, or other vegetables in equal amounts. To make only one variety, either double the carrots or onions for a full batch or halve the brine ingredients for a smaller jar.
Pickle storage: Serve immediately or refrigerate. Pickles stay crisp and flavorful for about one week at their best, and will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
The nutritional information is an estimate and not a substitute for professional advice.
- Category: Sandwich