Focaccia Sandwich
Elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Focaccia Sandwich, a perfect blend of gourmet flavors and simple preparation. Built on a foundation of soft, airy focaccia bread, this sandwich layers baby arugula, juicy sliced tomatoes, and crisp red onions for a fresh, vibrant bite. Creamy fresh mozzarella, savory prosciutto, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze bring indulgent richness, while a pesto mayo spread adds a herby, zesty twist to every mouthful. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this Italian-inspired stack is ideal for a quick lunch, a picnic centerpiece, or a dinner paired with your favorite side salad. Each bite offers a perfect balance of textures and Mediterranean flavors, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Focaccia bread
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Pesto
- 2 cups Baby arugula
- 2 medium Sliced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 6 slices Prosciutto
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Cut the focaccia loaf horizontally in half to create a top and bottom piece.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and pesto together to create a pesto mayo spread.
Spread the pesto mayo evenly over the cut sides of both the top and bottom focaccia halves.
On the bottom half of the focaccia, layer the baby arugula evenly to create the first layer.
Add a layer of sliced tomatoes over the arugula, followed by a layer of thinly sliced red onion.
Place the sliced fresh mozzarella evenly over the vegetables, ensuring good coverage.
Layer the slices of prosciutto over the mozzarella to add a savory, meaty component.
Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze lightly over the assembled ingredients.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly to season the sandwich layers.
Place the top half of the focaccia loaf over the assembled ingredients to close the sandwich.
Press gently to slightly compress the sandwich for easier slicing and handling.
Cut the focaccia sandwich into 4 equal portions and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious focaccia sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3031 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.4 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.4 g | 252% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 299 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 6321 mg | 275% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.8 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 116.6 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1581 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 1557 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
