A delicious turkey pesto sandwich piled high with sliced turkey breast, italian meats, basil pesto, and cheese. This pesto sandwich is about to up your sandwich game to the next level.
There are few things my husband loves more than sandwiches. I mean he loves Jesus, me, and our sons, but I honestly think sandwiches may be next.
I created this Spicy Italian Turkey Pesto Sandwich recipe with him in mind. It is piled high with a trio of meats (turkey, pepperoni, and soppressata), finely chopped giardiniera and pesto are pressed into fresh bread. fresh mozzarella, thick slices of tomato, and baby arugula leaves. Think of this sandwich as an italian sub combined with a pesto grilled cheese combined with a turkey sandwich.
Ingredients:
- Bread: Something like a ciabatta loaf, french baguette, or sub sandwich roll.
- Turkey breast lunch meat: Our favorite is Boar's Head. Leftover turkey from a carved turkey can be used if it's the season for it!
- Sopressata and Pepperoni: These both are classics in an italian sub and give great flavor to the sandwich.
- Pesto: Fresh pesto works as the spread for the sandwich. If you want to make your own, check out this homemade lemon pesto recipe.
- Giardiniera: I like to chop it finely so that it really permeates the sandwich.
- Tomato slices: A nice beefsteak tomato works well.
- Provolone Cheese: Any thickness sandwich slices work well. I have also used mozzarella and it is delicious!
- Baby spinach: Any lettuce you want will work hear. You could always use butter lettuce or fresh baby arugula.
How to Make a Turkey Pesto Sandwich
Step 1. Begin by slicing your bread in half lengthwise.
Step 2. Spread a generous layer of pesto on the cut side of the bread.
Step 3. Top with sliced meats.
Step 4. Add cheese.
Step 5. Finish with veggies, including spinach, tomato slices, and chopped giardiniera.
Step 6. Top with other half of bread and enjoy.
Recipe Tips
- This sandwich can also be made on the panini press for a warm version. Simply add all ingredients in between the slices of bread and carefully transfer to the press and cook for 3-5 minutes, until the turkey pesto panini is cooked through.
- Add roasted red peppers for color and a bit of sweetness
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Turkey Pesto Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 demi baguette
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- ½ pound turkey breast lunchmeat
- 4 slices sopressata
- 2 tbsp. basil pesto
- 2 tbsp. giardiniera chopped fine
- 4 slices tomato
- 6 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
- 1 cup fresh baby arugula
Instructions
- Begin by slicing your demi baguette in half lengthwise. Heat a cast iron skillet with 1 tbsp. olive oil over medium heat. Place bread on hot skillet, cut side down and allow to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- While your bread is toasting, prepare the rest of your sandwich toppings. I like to chop the giardineria up finely so that it really gets into the nooks and crannies of the crusty bread!
- Remove grilled bread from skillet and spread pesto on to the cut side of the bottom of the loaf. Add giardineria and remaining toppings. Finish with the other browned piece of baguette and serve!
Beth
Yum! My hubby really enjoyed this sandwich for lunch today! Quick and easy, but so flavorful! Definitely making this again soon!