Our Best Sandwiches to Pack for a Spring Picnic

Sandwiches are the centerpiece of a picnic spread, and when it comes to packing tasty ones that will go the distance, we've got you covered. From smoky salmon and egg sandwiches to a Vietnamese-inspired short rib banh mi, here are seven amazing recipes to make for a spring picnic.

Vegetable Sandwich with Dill Sauce

Fresh spring vegetables like carrots, spinach, and radishes are perfect for this quick, meatless sandwich. Stacked high, this is a vegetable sandwich that even confirmed carnivores will love.

Pan Bagnat (Niçoise Salad Sandwich)

The pan bagnat is essentially a Niçoise salad in sandwich form. For this version, tuna is pureed with red wine vinegar, olive oil, anchovies, and garlic to form a unique sandwich spread.

Smoked Salmon and Chopped Egg Sandwiches

This classic smoked salmon and chopped egg sandwich is exactly what we need after a long night out. Serve these excellent picnic sandwiches with savory cornichons.

Short Rib Banh Mi with Quick Pickles and Fresh Herbs

These Vietnamese-inspired sandwiches are a clever and tasty way to use leftover beef stew ⁠—made new with vegetable mayo.

Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Slow-poaching the chicken breasts keeps them extra moist in this sandwich layered with crisp iceberg lettuce and juicy tomatoes on grainy whole wheat bread.

Ham-Jam Sandwiches

Best-quality baguettes get a thick slather of butter and goat cheese, dollops of jewel-toned blueberry jam, and ribbons of salty prosciutto. Feel free to use your favorite store-bought jam here.

Vegetarian Muffulettas

In this meatless take on the classic New Orleans sandwich, garlic-infused roasted vegetables take the place of the traditional Italian cold cuts.