Prepare the ingredients as instructed.
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, fresh herbs, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Set aside.
(Optional) Lightly toast the bread until just golden.
Spread the herb-garlic aioli evenly on one side of each bread slice.
Layer with lettuce, tomato, ham or chicken, and cheese. Cut in half.
Combine the sparkling water and lemon.
Serve with carrots, hummus, and lemon sparkling water.