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Best Places For Veggie Sandwiches In Orange County

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Some people might think that a vegetarian sandwich naturally skimps on flavor. They might tell you that without meat, what you have is a salad on bread. Certainly those folks are entitled to their opinion, but that doesn't mean they're correct. There are plenty of ways to make a vegetarian sandwich that is both healthy and flavorful. These places show that a lack of meat doesn't have to mean a lack of flavor. Try any one of these places for a great vegetarian sandwich.

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Summer Zephyr at Sessions (courtesy of Moxxe PR)

Sessions West Coast Deli
2823 Newport Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 220-9001
sessionswcd.com

If you have a friend who thinks that all meatless food is flavorless, bring that friend to Sessions for the Summer Zephyr. This sandwich contains fresh tomato, arugula, mozzarella, basil aioli and pickled red onion on a French roll. All the flavors are then awakened even more with the balsamic reduction. It is not only a very fresh and light sandwich, but also a very flavorful one. It's no wonder why the Summer Zephyr is one of the most popular items on the menu.

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Garden melt at C4 Deli

C4 Deli
200 N Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(714) 263-1555
c4deli.com

C4 Deli in Santa Ana has some great options when it comes to vegetarian sandwiches. You'll find a classic Caprese with tomato, mozzarella and fresh basil, which is always a good choice. For something a little different, you can find a sandwich made with vegetables, hummus and walnuts. Perhaps the hardest to resist is the Garden Melt. This is made with roasted red peppers, avocado and other veggies, melted mozzarella and a red wine vinaigrette. You definitely won't miss the meat in this sandwich.

Slice Deli and Cakery
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Slice Deli And Cakery
8780 Warner Ave., Suite 15
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 842-1049
www.slicedeliandcakery.com

The Phase at Slice Deli and Cakery is a sandwich that is hard to resist. It is made with mushrooms, bell peppers, caramelized onions, eggplant, burrata and fresh basil. All of that goodness is topped with a sun-dried tomato pesto and served on herb focaccia bread that is baked in house. It is a sandwich that is rich in flavor, but still pretty light.

Related:  Best Delis In Orange County

Bronx Sandwich Company veggie sandwich
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Bronx Sandwich Company
13041 Newport Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 505-9100
bronxsandwich.com

Since it is tucked in the corner of a shopping center in Tustin, Bronx Sandwich Company is easy to drive by without knowing it. Once you're inside, you will find that this place has some good vegetarian sandwiches. The cold veggie sandwich is packed with avocado, tomatoes, red onion and pickles and topped with jack cheese, mayo and mustard. It is definitely big enough to satisfy, but all those veggies keep it on the light side. Then there is the hot veggie sandwich with peppers, onions, mushrooms and melted cheese. Think of it as a Philly cheesesteak without the meat.

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Rutabegorz
158 W Main St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 731-9807
rutabegorz.com

Rutabegorz has you covered on vegetarian options. You'll find a sandwich made with avocado, tomato and cheddar, topped with sunflower seeds. This is a great sandwich for the hot days Orange County has throughout the year. Another option is an open-faced veggie sandwich topped with melted cheese, tomatoes and sunflower seeds. Get all of the flavor and none of the guilt when you eat here. 

Related: Best Vegetarian Food In Orange County

Gary Schwind is a freelance writer covering all things Orange County. His work can be found on Examiner.com.
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