Italian Country Sandwich
Indulge in the bold, rustic flavors of Italy with this Italian Country Sandwich—a perfectly toasted ciabatta loaf layered with savory prosciutto, creamy fresh mozzarella, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Fragrant basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze elevate this easy yet elegant sandwich to gourmet status, while a subtle rub of garlic adds depth to the toasted bread. Ready in just 20 minutes, this sandwich is ideal for a quick lunch, a picnic-ready meal, or a wholesome snack that brings the taste of the Italian countryside to your table. Serve warm or at room temperature for a handheld masterpiece that’s irresistibly fresh and flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Ciabatta bread
- 6 slices Prosciutto
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella
- 0.25 cup Sun-dried tomatoes
- 10 Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Balsamic glaze
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Slice the ciabatta loaf in half horizontally and lightly toast both halves under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until golden and slightly crisp.
Peel the garlic clove, and gently rub it over the cut sides of the toasted ciabatta bread for added flavor.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil evenly over the bottom half of the ciabatta loaf.
Arrange the fresh basil leaves in a single layer on top of the oiled bread to form a fragrant base.
Layer the prosciutto slices evenly over the basil leaves, followed by the fresh mozzarella slices.
Sprinkle the sun-dried tomatoes across the mozzarella, ensuring an even distribution for bursts of tanginess in every bite.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the sun-dried tomatoes, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper for seasoning.
Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the inside of the top half of the ciabatta loaf.
Place the top half of the bread onto the sandwich and press down gently to secure the layers.
Slice the sandwich into four equal portions using a bread knife. Serve immediately, or wrap in parchment paper for a picnic-ready meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.5 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.9 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 197 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 6098 mg | 265% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.8 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.5 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 140.8 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 2240 mg | 172% | |
| Iron | 36.6 mg | 203% | |
| Potassium | 2614 mg | 56% | |
*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.
