14 Healthy Old-Fashioned Sandwich Recipes with a Modern Twist.

Classic sandwiches have stood the test of time, but a few modern updates can make them healthier, more flavorful, and even more satisfying.

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Avocado Egg Salad Sandwich Ditch the mayo and mix creamy avocado with boiled eggs, mustard, and herbs for a protein-packed twist on the classic egg salad sandwich.

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Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwich Replace mayonnaise with tangy Greek yogurt, add crunchy celery, and throw in some grapes or nuts for a fresher, lighter chicken salad.

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Whole-Grain Cucumber Tea Sandwiche The traditional tea sandwich gets a fiber boost with whole-grain bread, creamy hummus, and crisp cucumber slices.

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Smoked Salmon & Avocado Toast A modern take on the classic lox bagel, this version swaps cream cheese for heart-healthy avocado on whole-grain toast.

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Turkey & Cranberry Wrap Inspired by the classic Thanksgiving leftover sandwich, this lighter version uses a whole-grain wrap, lean turkey, and a touch of homemade cranberry sauce.

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Veggie-Stuffed Sloppy Joe Traditional Sloppy Joes get a healthy upgrade with lean ground turkey, extra veggies, and a homemade tomato-based sauce.

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Caprese Grilled Cheese Fresh basil, tomato, and mozzarella come together in this Italian-inspired grilled cheese made on whole-grain bread with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

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Almond Butter & Banana Sandwich Swap out sugary peanut butter for almond butter and use whole-grain bread for a heart-healthy twist on the PB&J.

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