Lettuce, Tomato, and Mayo Sandwich

Lettuce, Tomato, and Mayo Sandwich recipe videos

The Lettuce, Tomato, and Mayo Sandwich is a simple, classic sandwich often associated with American and British home cooking. It typically features fresh lettuce and sliced tomatoes layered between slices of bread (often white or whole wheat) and generously spread with mayonnaise. It's a staple of quick lunches, picnics, and comfort food.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This sandwich is generally moderate in carbohydrates from the bread, high in fat primarily from the mayonnaise, and low in protein. It provides vitamins A and C from the vegetables, some fiber, and a rough calorie estimate is around 300-450 per serving depending on bread type and mayo quantity.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	8 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	550 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	10 mg
Vitamin K	45 mcg
Potassium	300 mg
Sodium	550 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	2 mg
Folate	40 mcg DFE

Per 1 sandwich (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's often seen as a nostalgic, humble comfort food, sometimes called a 'garden sandwich' or a variation of a 'tea sandwich' in the UK. Nutritionally, its simplicity highlights the contrast between the fresh, hydrating vegetables and the rich, calorie-dense mayonnaise, making it a study in balance between lightness and indulgence.