Savory Gourmet Ciabatta Sandwich for Quick Flavor Bliss

This Gourmet Ciabatta Sandwich is a quick 10-minute delight filled with savory meats, melty cheese, and zesty pesto butter, perfect for lunch.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sandwich

1 loaf Ciabatta Halved
100 grams Cooked Ham Omit for vegetarian
100 grams Spicy Salami Substitute with smoked tofu for vegetarian
100 grams Pancetta Omit for vegetarian
7 slices Monterey Jack Cheese Mozzarella works as a substitute
1/2 piece Tomato Any ripe variant
Kosher Salt
Black Pepper
Balsamic Glaze Optional

For the Topping

1 cup Coleslaw Mixture 1 cup shredded cabbage + 2 tbsp Caesar Dressing
2 tbsp Pesto
4 tbsp Butter Softened
2 tbsp Chopped Parsley

Equipment

Air fryer
Oven
Knife
Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by slicing the ciabatta horizontally to create two equal halves.
In a small bowl, blend the pesto and softened butter until well combined.
Generously spread the pesto butter on the cut sides of the ciabatta, then toast for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Layer the cooked ham, spicy salami, and deli meats, followed by sliced tomato and seasoning.
Add the Monterey Jack cheese on top and return to the air fryer or broiler for 2-3 minutes until melted.
Top with the coleslaw mixture, close the sandwich, and slice in half to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep coleslaw separate until serving to maintain crunch. Adjust toasting times for your equipment.

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