We have been enjoying the beautiful autumn weather lately. My son loves going to the park. He packs his little backpack with a soccer ball, sometimes a frisbee, or his favorite catch ball, and we head out together. We usually stay through lunch and all the way into the late afternoon, just soaking in the sunshine and playing on the grass.
Today I wanted to keep lunch simple, so I used some leftover salmon teriyaki from last night’s dinner. We had a little teriyaki sauce left too, and turning it into a teriyaki salmon sandwich felt like the perfect lunch to bring. It was quick to make, really delicious, and so easy to pack. Honestly, it might be one of my favorite picnic sandwiches now.
What you need?
- 200 grams cooked salmon
- 1 to 2 tablespoons Kewpie mayonnaise (adjust to your liking)
- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce (store bought or homemade)
- 6 slices of sandwich bread or 2 soft sandwich rolls
- A few lettuce or spinach leaves
- Cucumber slices (optional for extra crunch)
- Grated carrots or shredded cabbage (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the salmon filling: In a bowl, mix the cooked salmon with Kewpie mayonnaise. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and gently stir until everything is coated and creamy.
2. Assemble the sandwich:
- Lay down some lettuce or spinach on one slice of bread.
- Add a generous scoop of the salmon mixture.
- Top with cucumber slices and grated carrots for extra crunch.
Top with cheese. Close the sandwich with the other slice of bread.
3. Serve or pack. You can enjoy it right away or wrap it up for a picnic. Cut it in half and wrap it in parchment paper, then tuck it into a lunchbox or food container. Add an ice pack if the weather is warm.
Kid-friendly tip:
If your little one prefers simpler flavors, you can skip the extra veggies and just go with the creamy teriyaki salmon filling. My son likes his on a soft roll with just a little lettuce. It is easy to hold and not messy at all.
Teriyaki Salmon Sandwich
Equipment
- 200 grams cooked salmon
- 1 to 2 tbsp Kewpie mayonnaise (adjust to your liking)
- 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce (adjust to your liking)
- 6 slices sandwich bread
- lettuce or spinach leaves optional
- Cucumber slices optional
- Shredded carrots optional
Instructions
- Make the salmon filling: In a bowl, mix the cooked salmon with Kewpie mayonnaise. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and gently stir until everything is coated and creamy.
- Assemble the sandwich:Place lettuce or spinach on one slice of bread.Add a scoop of the salmon mixture.Layer cucumber slices and grated carrots or cabbage.Add a slice of cheese.Close the sandwich with the other slice of bread.
- Pack or serve: Slice in half and wrap in parchment paper if bringing it to go. Great for picnics or packed lunches.
Final Thoughts on Teriyaki Salmon Sandwich
I hope you give this homemade teriyaki salmon sandwich a try the next time you have leftovers and a sunny day to enjoy. It is such a simple way to turn yesterday’s dinner into something special again. If you are heading to the park or just having a slow lunch at home, this one is worth making. Please let me know if you try it or if you have your own twist on it. I would love to hear.
