Description
A delicious and satisfying gourmet ciabatta sandwich featuring roasted turkey, creamy avocado, crispy bacon, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a flavorful lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich
- 1 ciabatta roll, sliced in half
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or aioli
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 slices provolone cheese
- 3 ounces sliced roasted turkey or chicken breast
- 2 slices crispy bacon
- 2–3 slices tomato
- ½ avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup arugula or baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon caramelized onions (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Toast the Bread: Lightly toast the ciabatta roll until it is golden and crisp, providing a sturdy and flavorful base for the sandwich.
- Spread Condiments: Spread mayonnaise or aioli evenly on the bottom half of the ciabatta and Dijon mustard on the top half to add creamy and tangy layers of flavor.
- Layer Cheese and Meat: Place the provolone cheese slices, followed by the roasted turkey or chicken breast, and then the crispy bacon onto the bottom half of the sandwich.
- Add Vegetables: Top the meat with tomato slices, sliced avocado, and a handful of arugula or baby spinach for freshness and texture. Add caramelized onions if desired.
- Season: Lightly season the assembled ingredients with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Close and Press: Close the sandwich by placing the top half of the ciabatta on the layered ingredients and press gently to keep everything together.
- Grill the Sandwich: Optionally, brush the outside of the sandwich with olive oil and grill it in a panini press or skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until warm and lightly crisped for an extra delicious touch.
- Serve: Serve the gourmet ciabatta sandwich immediately, enjoying the blend of textures and flavors.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and bacon and add grilled zucchini or roasted red peppers.
- You can swap provolone cheese with mozzarella or Swiss cheese for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
