Afternoon tea sandwich ideas for vegetarians
Planning an afternoon tea gathering with friends or family? Whether you’re catering for vegetarians and after some veggie-friendly afternoon tea ideas, or you’re a veggie yourself looking for a little extra inspo, our handy guide below can help.
Cheddar and Pickle
It’s simple, comforting and an absolute afternoon tea classic, but perfect for vegetarians too. Simply slather soft, thick bread with a veggie-friendly butter or margarine, and add a generous lashing of tangy pickle. Grate extra mature cheddar, mixing in a bit of red leicester too for a little extra flavour, and slice your sandwiches finely into fingers.
Roasted Red Pepper and Goats Cheese
Roast red peppers in a little seasoning and olive oil and leave them to cool before spreading your bread with a delicious, crumbly feta or other goat’s cheese. Finely chop your peppers and pop them in for a tasty Mediterranean-style and veggie-appropriate sandwich. Add an afternoon tea box delivery, such as those available from www.afternoonteabox.com/, to upgrade your afternoon tea game.
Egg Mayo
Boil and mash your eggs with some rich mayonnaise, black pepper and a touch of salt before spreading the mixture on thick slabs of buttered white bread. This comforting classic sandwich is always a hit at any tea party, and your vegetarian friends and family will appreciate your efforts. Slicing your sandwiches into fingers will add to the afternoon tea party vibes too.
Coronation Chickpeas
Chickpeas are healthy, tasty and also super versatile for vegan and veggie meals. So for a vegan-friendly sandwich that anyone will enjoy, try something a little different. Drain and mash your chickpeas slightly and season with black pepper and salt. Then, add a high-quality mango chutney to your mixture along with a few sultanas, if you fancy them, for a sandwich that vegans and veggies alike can enjoy.
Mozzarella, Basil and Tomato
Slice some good quality mozzarella and finely chop fresh basil leaves. Pick tangy, ripe tomatoes to complement your sandwich and add to your bread for a delicious afternoon tea treat. A little balsamic vinegar can add extra flavour to this tasty sandwich.
