35 Best Sandwich Recipes for Summer
Pack 'em for picnics or whenever you want a low-lift meal.
By Christopher MichelUpdated: May 17, 2023View Gallery
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When we've got an afternoon free in the summer, we reach for the picnic basket and start stuffing it with summer sandwiches.
We thought you might do something similar, so we decided to round up some of our favorite summer sandwiches. Whether you're packing them for travel or just sitting down to eat, the fresh vegetables, mouthwatering meats, melty cheese, and awesome sauces in these sandwiches are perfect for enjoying in the summer sunshine.
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1Open-Faced Tomato and Dill Toasts

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2Egg & Biscuit Sandwiches with Tomato Jam

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3Classic Tuna Melt Sandwich
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4The Ultimate BLT Sandwich
This is a pull-out-all-the-stops over-the-top barn burner of a sandwich that will knock anyone's socks off. The bacon is crispy pancetta. The heirloom tomatoes are roasted for flavor. The lettuce is spicy arugula. The pickled onions are a perfect complement, and the home made focaccia is worth all the effort.
Get the recipe for The Ultimate BLT Sandwich.
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5Slow Cooker Beef Tacos
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6BLT with Crispy Fried Tomatoes and Avocado
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7The Ultimate Grilled Cheese with Tomato
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8Stovetop Cheeseburgers
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9Toffee-Almond S’mores
How could we have a summer sandwiches gallery without the most classic summer sandwich of them all? We have a couple ideas for making these treats even more decadent.
Get the recipe for Toffee-Almond S’mores.
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10Roast Beef Baguettes
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11Turkey Burgers with Blue Cheese–Celery Slaw
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12Ina Garten's Cheddar & Chutney Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
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13Chicken Finger Sub with Cabbage Slaw
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14Beef Burgers with Jalapeños, Cheddar, and Crispy Pepperoni
Are you a spicy food fan? This backyard burger packs a flavorful punch with jalapeños, pepperoni, and plenty of other delicious toppings.
Get the recipe for Beef Burgers.
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15Egg-Salad-and-Caramelized-Onion Sandwiches
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16Croque Madames
If you've got a little time and want to get fancy, try this luxe take on a standard ham and cheese. The combo of egg yolk, salty ham, and toasty sourdough is intensely satisfying.
Get the recipe for Croque Madames.
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17Pork Burgers with Hatch Chiles and Pepper Jack
This isn't your average burger! These pork patties are jam packed with plenty of spice and flavor thanks to Hatch chiles and Pepper Jack.
Get the recipe for Pork Burgers.
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18Grilled Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches
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19German Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
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20Eggplant Burgers with Yogurt-Feta Sauce and Quick Pickled Cucumbers
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