Apple and bacon sandwiches are perfect for an easy lunch. These lunchtime sandwiches are made even more delicious with fresh arugula and sharp cheddar.
Lately I’ve loved making these apple, cheddar, and arugula sandwiches with bacon. They are a really easy and delicious lunch sandwich.
Everything just pairs SO well together.
The arugula adds a nice bitter flavor. The dijon adds a nice tang. The apple adds freshness and a crispness. The bacon also adds crispness and saltiness. And the cheese adds saltiness and creaminess.
Such a delicious combination.
I almost feel like they are a BLT without tomato. (But with the addition of cheese and apples). However, you can absolutely add a tomato to your sandwich if you love tomatoes!
Why make the bacon apple sandwich
Easy - This sandwich is so easy to make! All you need to cook is the bacon, everything else you can just layer up!
Delicious - This apple cheddar sandwich is the perfect combination of salty, sweet, crunchy, crisp, and fresh. Lots of texture, lots of flavor.
Perfect for Lunches - Because the sandwich can be served cold, no need for a microwave! It's perfect for work lunches or kid's lunches.
What to serve with the sandwich
The apple cheddar sandwich would be delicious served with different items!
Want fries? These crispy battered french fries are my absolute favorite. For a spicy kick, peri-peri fries are easy to make and have a delicious flavor.
To pair with soup, this Instant Pot potato and leek soup is creamy, or roasted butternut squash soup is perfect for fall!
For veggies, I love these air fryer radishes, or roasted harissa carrots
How to customize
- Not a fan of arugula? Use kale, baby spinach, or your favorite lettuce instead.
- While I love a nice sharp cheddar, if you prefer a provolone or mild cheddar, swap out with your favorite cheese. Creamy brie would also be delicious.
- Use whatever type of bread you want! Your favorite kind. I wound up just using a multigrain sandwich loaf, but sourdough would probably be really delicious here too.
- While I used a store-bought dijon mustard, you could instead use a honey mustard bbq sauce or a chipotle mayo.
- Want tomatoes? Add some tomato slices for juiciness. Roma tomatoes, campari tomatoes, or beefsteak tomatoes would all be delicious.
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Apple and Bacon Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 slices bread like sourdough or multigrain
- 2 slices cooked bacon halved
- 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese like English Cheddar or Dubliner Irish
- arugula handful
- ½ apple sliced
- 2 teaspoon dijon mustard
Instructions
- Take the bread and put a handful of arugula on one of the slices. Add the apple slices, then cheddar slices, then bacon slides.
- Spread the dijon mustard on the other slice and place that on top.
- Serve whole, or sliced in half.
Nutrition
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