Okay, confession time. I used to think giving up traditional bread meant saying goodbye to sandwiches forever. Turns out, I was spectacularly wrong. These 21 high protein low carb sandwiches prove you can have all the satisfaction of a killer sandwich without the carb crash that follows. We’re talking lettuce wraps, cloud bread, portobello buns, and even cheese as the bread (yes, really). Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or just need a quick lunch that won’t leave you face-down on your desk by 2 PM, these recipes deliver serious flavor and enough protein to keep you full for hours. Who needs regular bread when you’ve got options this good?
1. Classic BLT Lettuce Wraps
All the bacon-y goodness, zero bread guilt.
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon, cooked crispy
- 4 large romaine or iceberg lettuce leaves
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 2 tbsp mayo (or Greek yogurt)
- Salt and pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook bacon until crispy and drain on paper towels.
- Wash and dry lettuce leaves thoroughly—wet lettuce makes soggy wraps.
- Spread mayo on each lettuce leaf.
- Layer with bacon slices and tomato.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Roll up tightly or fold like a taco.
Why You’ll Love It
The crunch factor is unreal here. Crispy bacon plus crispy lettuce equals texture heaven. Each wrap has about 12g of protein and only 3g of carbs. I usually make two because one is never enough.
2. Turkey Avocado Cucumber “Sandwiches”
Refreshing, crunchy, and ridiculously easy.
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 6 slices deli turkey
- 1 avocado, mashed
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Lemon juice
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Slice cucumber into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Mix mashed avocado with cream cheese and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Spread avocado mixture on cucumber slices.
- Top with folded turkey slices.
- Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.
Why You’ll Love It
They’re like little edible platforms of deliciousness. The cucumber keeps everything light and fresh, while the turkey and avocado combo delivers 15g of protein per serving. Perfect for hot summer days when you can’t deal with heavy food.
3. Portobello Mushroom Burger
Meaty, savory, and honestly better than a regular burger bun.
Ingredients
- 2 large portobello mushroom caps
- 1 burger patty (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- Lettuce, tomato, onion
- Pickles
- Sugar-free ketchup and mustard
- Olive oil, salt, pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Remove mushroom stems and gills with a spoon.
- Brush mushroom caps with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill or pan-fry mushrooms for 4-5 minutes per side.
- Cook your burger patty and top with cheese.
- Use mushroom caps as “buns” and load with toppings.
Why You’ll Love It
The portobello caps have this umami depth that actually enhances the burger instead of just holding it. Around 30g of protein and only 8g of carbs. My brother, who swore he’d never give up burger buns, requests these now.
4. Cloud Bread Chicken Salad Sandwich
Light, fluffy, and shockingly bread-like.
Ingredients
For cloud bread:
- 3 eggs, separated
- 3 tbsp cream cheese
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- Pinch of salt
For chicken salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayo
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet.
- Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- Mix egg yolks with cream cheese and salt.
- Gently fold egg whites into yolk mixture.
- Spoon into 6 rounds on baking sheet and bake 25-30 minutes.
- Mix chicken salad ingredients while bread cools.
- Sandwich chicken salad between two cloud bread pieces.
Why You’ll Love It
Cloud bread is weirdly satisfying and holds up better than you’d think. The chicken salad packs 25g of protein, and the whole thing only has about 4g of carbs. It’s my go-to when I’m actually craving bread texture.
5. Bell Pepper Tuna Melts
Colorful, crunchy, and surprisingly filling.
Ingredients
- 2 bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 2 cans tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 4 slices cheese
- Salt and pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Mix tuna, Greek yogurt, mustard, celery, salt, and pepper.
- Fill bell pepper halves with tuna mixture.
- Top each with a slice of cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes until cheese melts and peppers soften slightly.
Why You’ll Love It
The peppers stay crisp-tender and add this sweet crunch that complements the savory tuna perfectly. Each serving delivers 28g of protein with only 6g of carbs. IMO, red and yellow peppers taste sweeter than green ones.
6. Chaffle Club Sandwich
Cheese + waffle = the low-carb hack you’ve been missing.
Ingredients
For chaffles:
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
For sandwich:
- 4 slices turkey
- 4 slices bacon, cooked
- 2 slices cheese
- Lettuce and tomato
- Mayo
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Heat mini waffle maker.
- Mix egg and mozzarella.
- Pour half the mixture into waffle maker and cook 3-4 minutes.
- Repeat for second chaffle.
- Layer turkey, bacon, cheese, lettuce, and tomato between chaffles.
- Spread mayo on top chaffle.
Why You’ll Love It
Chaffles are crispy, cheesy, and incredibly versatile. This club version has 35g of protein and under 5g of carbs. They’re a game-changer for anyone missing real sandwiches.
7. Zucchini Bread Grilled Cheese
Yes, you can grill zucchini into “bread.” It’s magical.
Ingredients
- 1 large zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch planks
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 slices mozzarella
- Butter
- Garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Pat zucchini slices very dry with paper towels.
- Season with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Heat butter in a pan and cook zucchini 3-4 minutes per side until tender.
- Layer cheeses between two zucchini planks.
- Grill until cheese melts, pressing gently with a spatula.
Why You’ll Love It
It’s got that melty, gooey grilled cheese vibe without any bread. About 18g of protein and 4g of net carbs. The zucchini basically becomes invisible once you add all that cheese 🙂
8. Egg Wrap Turkey Club
High protein bread made entirely of eggs? Genius.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 4 slices deli turkey
- 3 slices bacon, cooked
- 1 slice cheese
- Lettuce and tomato
- Mustard or mayo
- Cooking spray
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Whisk eggs with a pinch of salt.
- Spray a non-stick pan with cooking spray and heat over medium.
- Pour eggs into pan and swirl to create a thin layer.
- Cook 2-3 minutes until set, then carefully flip.
- Cook another minute and remove to a plate.
- Layer turkey, bacon, cheese, lettuce, and tomato on one half.
- Fold egg wrap over fillings.
Why You’ll Love It
The egg wrap is surprisingly sturdy and doesn’t fall apart. This sandwich packs 32g of protein with almost zero carbs. I make several wraps at once and store them in the fridge for quick assembly.
9. Eggplant Parmesan “Sandwich”
Italian comfort food without the carb overload.
Ingredients
- 1 eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free)
- 6 slices mozzarella
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan
- Fresh basil
- Olive oil, salt, pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Brush eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Layer eggplant slices with marinara, mozzarella, and parmesan.
- Return to oven for 5 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh basil.
Why You’ll Love It
It tastes like eggplant parm but in sandwich form. Each serving has about 20g of protein and 9g of net carbs. The eggplant gets tender and almost melts into the cheese—so good.
10. Lettuce-Wrapped Chicken Caesar
All the Caesar salad vibes in a portable package.
Ingredients
- 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
- 4 large romaine leaves
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shaved
- Caesar dressing (low-carb)
- Bacon bits
- Black pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Grill or pan-sear chicken breasts and slice thin.
- Lay out romaine leaves.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing on each leaf.
- Add sliced chicken, parmesan, and bacon bits.
- Crack black pepper over everything.
- Roll up tightly.
Why You’ll Love It
It’s basically a deconstructed Caesar salad that you can eat with your hands. Around 28g of protein and 3g of carbs per wrap. FYI, butter lettuce works too if you want something more delicate.
11. Deli Roll-Ups with Cream Cheese
The easiest high protein low carb sandwich ever.
Ingredients
- 8 slices deli meat (turkey, ham, or roast beef)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- Pickles, sliced thin
- Mustard
- Lettuce leaves (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Lay deli meat slices flat.
- Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on each slice.
- Add a pickle spear and a line of mustard.
- Roll up tightly.
- Slice into pinwheels or eat whole.
Why You’ll Love It
Takes literally 2 minutes to make. Each roll-up has about 10g of protein and under 2g of carbs. I pack these for work lunches all the time—no heating required.
12. Cauliflower Bread Philly Cheesesteak
Because low-carb shouldn’t mean no Philly cheesesteaks.
Ingredients
For cauliflower bread:
- 2 cups riced cauliflower
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup mozzarella
- Garlic powder, salt
For filling:
- 8 oz shaved steak
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 slices provolone
- Olive oil
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Microwave cauliflower for 5 minutes, then squeeze out ALL the moisture.
- Mix cauliflower with eggs, mozzarella, garlic powder, and salt.
- Spread on lined baking sheet in two rectangle shapes.
- Bake 15 minutes until golden.
- Sauté peppers and onions, then add steak and cook through.
- Top one cauliflower bread with steak mixture and provolone.
- Broil 2 minutes to melt cheese, then top with second bread piece.
Why You’ll Love It
It’s got all the Philly cheesesteak flavor without the massive hoagie roll. About 35g of protein and 8g of net carbs. The cauliflower bread is surprisingly sturdy once you nail the moisture-squeezing step.
13. Almond Flour Bun Burgers
Real buns, just made with almond flour.
Ingredients
For buns:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 3 eggs
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Sesame seeds
For burger:
- 2 burger patties
- Cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles
- Your favorite condiments
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix almond flour, eggs, baking powder, and butter.
- Form into 4 bun shapes on a lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake 15-18 minutes until golden.
- Cool completely before slicing.
- Assemble burgers with all your favorite toppings.
Why You’ll Love It
These actually taste like buns. Like, real buns. Each burger with the almond flour bun has 30g+ protein and about 8g net carbs. Game-changer for cookouts.
14. Collard Green Wraps with Pulled Pork
Southern comfort meets low-carb brilliance.
Ingredients
- 4 large collard green leaves
- 2 cups pulled pork (cooked)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
- Sugar-free BBQ sauce
- Coleslaw (low-carb)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Trim thick stems from collard greens.
- Blanch leaves in boiling water for 30 seconds to soften.
- Pat completely dry.
- Layer each leaf with pulled pork, cheese, BBQ sauce, and coleslaw.
- Roll up tightly, tucking in sides as you go.
Why You’ll Love It
Collard greens are sturdier than lettuce and hold up to heavy fillings. Each wrap delivers 25g of protein with about 7g of carbs. The slight bitterness of the greens balances the sweet BBQ perfectly.
15. Cheese Taco Shell Sandwiches
Crispy cheese formed into shells? Say less.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella
- Grilled chicken, sliced
- Bacon
- Lettuce and tomato
- Ranch or mayo
- Hot sauce (optional)
Step-by-step Instructions
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Sprinkle a thin layer of cheese into a circle.
- Cook until cheese melts and edges turn golden.
- Carefully flip and cook 1 more minute.
- While still warm, drape over a wooden spoon handle to form a taco shell shape.
- Let cool and harden.
- Fill with chicken, bacon, veggies, and sauces.
Why You’ll Love It
The cheese shells are crunchy, salty, and incredibly satisfying. Around 28g of protein and 2g of carbs per “sandwich”. Some people use parmesan for extra crunch, but I prefer cheddar for flavor.
16. Nori Seaweed Wraps with Salmon
Sushi-inspired and ridiculously elegant.
Ingredients
- 4 nori sheets
- 8 oz smoked salmon
- 4 oz cream cheese
- Cucumber, julienned
- Avocado, sliced
- Sesame seeds
- Soy sauce or coconut aminos
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Lay nori sheet shiny side down.
- Spread cream cheese across the center.
- Layer with salmon, cucumber, and avocado.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Roll tightly like a burrito.
- Slice in half and serve with soy sauce.
Why You’ll Love It
It’s got that restaurant-quality vibe but takes 5 minutes. Each wrap has 20g of protein and only 4g of carbs. The nori adds this subtle ocean-y flavor that works perfectly with salmon.
17. Pork Rind “Bread” BLT
Crunchy, porky, and yes, it totally works.
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon, cooked
- 2 large tomato slices
- Lettuce leaves
- Large pork rinds (flat, sturdy ones)
- Mayo or avocado spread
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Select the largest, flattest pork rinds you can find.
- Spread mayo on each pork rind.
- Layer with bacon, tomato, and lettuce.
- Top with another pork rind.
- Eat immediately before they get soggy.
Why You’ll Love It
Look, I know it sounds weird, but the crunch is addictive. About 15g of protein and literally zero carbs. The key is eating them right away—pork rinds don’t stay crispy long once you add wet ingredients.
18. Coconut Flour Flatbread Sandwiches
Soft, pliable, and shockingly bread-like.
Ingredients
For flatbread:
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp salt
For filling:
- Sliced turkey or chicken
- Cheese
- Your favorite veggies and condiments
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Whisk coconut flour, eggs, water, and salt until smooth.
- Let batter rest 5 minutes to thicken.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Pour 1/4 cup batter and swirl to spread thin.
- Cook 2-3 minutes per side.
- Fill with your choice of protein, cheese, and veggies.
Why You’ll Love It
Coconut flour creates this slightly sweet, soft flatbread that’s perfect for wrapping. Each flatbread has 6g protein and about 5g net carbs. Make a stack on Sunday and use them all week.
19. Jicama Slider Buns
Crunchy, slightly sweet, and totally unexpected.
Ingredients
- 1 large jicama, peeled and sliced into rounds
- Mini burger patties (or use leftover meatballs)
- Cheese slices
- Pickles
- Special sauce (mayo + sugar-free ketchup + relish)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Slice jicama into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Pat completely dry.
- Lightly salt and let sit 10 minutes, then pat dry again.
- Cook burger patties or heat meatballs.
- Assemble sliders using jicama rounds as buns.
- Add cheese, pickles, and sauce.
Why You’ll Love It
Jicama has this apple-like crunch that’s refreshing with savory fillings. Each slider has 12g protein and only 6g carbs. They’re perfect for parties because they look impressive but require minimal effort.
20. Keto Bread Grilled Cheese
Real bread texture without the carbs.
Ingredients
For keto bread:
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 5 eggs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
For sandwich:
- 4 slices cheese (cheddar, American, or your favorite)
- Butter for grilling
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a loaf pan.
- Mix all bread ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into pan and bake 30-35 minutes.
- Cool completely before slicing.
- Butter bread slices on one side.
- Place cheese between slices, butter side out.
- Grill in pan until golden and cheese melts.
Why You’ll Love It
It’s the closest thing to regular bread you’ll find in the low-carb world. Each sandwich has 22g protein and about 6g net carbs. The bread freezes beautifully, so make extra.
21. Cabbage Leaf Reuben
Classic deli sandwich, zero guilt.
Ingredients
- 4 large green cabbage leaves
- 8 oz corned beef, sliced
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup sauerkraut, drained
- Thousand Island dressing (sugar-free)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Blanch cabbage leaves in boiling water for 1 minute.
- Pat completely dry.
- Layer corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut on each leaf.
- Drizzle with Thousand Island dressing.
- Fold cabbage leaf around filling like a wrap.
- Optional: Place in a pan over medium heat to warm through and melt cheese.
Why You’ll Love It
All the tangy, savory Reuben flavors without the rye bread. Each wrap has 24g protein and only 5g of carbs. The cabbage gets tender and slightly sweet when you warm it up, which complements the salty corned beef perfectly.
So there you have it—21 high protein low carb sandwiches that prove you don’t need traditional bread to enjoy a seriously satisfying meal. From lettuce wraps to chaffles to actual low-carb bread alternatives, there’s something here for every craving and every schedule. The best part? Most of these pack 20-30g of protein per serving while keeping carbs under 10g, which means you’ll stay full, focused, and energized all afternoon. No more post-lunch crashes or desperate vending machine runs. Now if you’ll excuse me, I have a portobello burger with my name on it, and it’s calling way louder than any regular burger ever could.
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