Mediterranean Magic: How to Make the Ultimate Plant-Based Sandwich with Kashew Aged Cheese

Fresh. Flavorful. 100% plant-based.

There’s something undeniably satisfying about a really good sandwich. The kind that feels both rustic and gourmet—packed with flavor, but simple in its ingredients. At Kashew, we’re always inspired by the bold, sun-soaked flavors of the Mediterranean, and in this recipe, we’re bringing them to life with our signature Kashew Aged Cheese.

This sandwich is everything we love about Mediterranean cuisine: juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, a drizzle of olive oil—and the magic touch? Our aged cashew cheese that adds depth, tang, and that unmistakable umami.

Why Kashew Aged Cheese?

Kashew Aged Cheese is our pride and joy. Fermented the traditional way using cultures and local cashew nuts, it’s rich, tangy, and packed with flavor—just like a fine aged cheese should be. It’s perfect for slicing, layering, and pairing with bold ingredients. Plus, it’s 100% dairy-free, additive-free, and made right here in Vietnam with organic, locally sourced cashews.

🥪 Mediterranean Kashew Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients (for 2 sandwiches):

• 4 slices of Kashew Wholemeal or White Sourdough Bread (or a French baguette)
• 100g Kashew Aged Cheese (Classic or Garlic & Herbs work beautifully)
• 1 ripe tomato, thinly sliced
• A handful of fresh basil leaves
• 4–6 slices of sun-dried tomato
• A handful of rucola or rocket leaves
• A few Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Optional: Kashew Chutney or Pesto
• Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toast the Bread: Lightly toast your sourdough or baguette slices until golden and slightly crisp.
2. Layer the Base: Spread a thin layer of pesto or chutney on the bottom slice of each sandwich.
3. Add the Cheese: Slice or crumble the Kashew Aged Cheese generously across the bread.
4. Build the Flavors: Add tomato slices, basil, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and rucola.
5. Finish It Off: Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt and black pepper, and close the sandwich.
6. Optional – Press & Toast: Grill or press for a warm, melty texture.

Serving Suggestion:

Pair with a glass of Kashew Kombucha or a light salad. Perfect for lunch, brunch, or a picnic under the sun.

Try It, Your Way

Feel free to mix and match! Our Kashew Aged Pepper, Smoked Hickory, or even Black Ash varieties all bring their own twist to the Mediterranean flavor palette. Add grilled eggplant or roasted bell peppers for a heartier version.

🌿 Where to Get the Ingredients

All the key ingredients—Kashew Aged Cheese, Pesto, Chutney, and our house-baked Sourdough Bread—are available at our Kashew Deli locations in Saigon or online for nationwide delivery.