Flavorful ciabatta stuffed with turkey, creamy pesto dressing, sun-dried tomatoes, and gooey cheese.
Dressing:
1/2 cup tahini (or substitute mayo)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1–2 garlic cloves, grated
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 cup grated parmesan
Sandwich:
1 loaf ciabatta bread, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup basil pesto
1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini
6–12 slices deli-style turkey
6 slices gouda or havarti cheese
6 slices provolone cheese
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup fresh broccoli sprouts or microgreens
Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl or jar, whisk together tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic. Stir in the grated parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Add cold water a little at a time (up to 1/3 cup) until you reach a pourable consistency.
Assemble the Sandwich Base: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place both halves of the ciabatta on a cutting board, cut-side up. Hollow out a bit of the top half to create room for fillings.
Layer the Ingredients: Spread the creamy dressing on the bottom half. Add a layer of basil pesto, followed by sun-dried tomatoes and sliced pepperoncini. Stack turkey slices, then alternate provolone and gouda or havarti cheese. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Bake to Perfection: Bake the open-faced sandwich for 15 minutes, or until the cheese melts.
Finish and Toast: Remove from the oven. Top with sliced avocado and sprouts. Drizzle more dressing if desired. Place the top half of the ciabatta on and press down gently. Return to the oven for 5 minutes to crisp the bread.
Serve: Slice into six portions and serve warm!
This sandwich is great for lunch, picnics, or sharing. Swap turkey for a vegetarian option if needed.
Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Keywords: Sun dried tomatoes, basil pesto, havarti cheese, avocado, Sun dried tomatoes, roasted red bell, focaccia bread