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Turkey Pesto Sandwich

A twist on a classic turkey sandwich, this Spicy Italian Turkey Pesto Sandwich has sopressata, giardineria, pesto, arugula, and more!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Sandwiches
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 1 sandwich
Calories: 890kcal
Author: Sarah Baumeister

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!

Notes

Want to make this into a turkey pesto grilled cheese? Simply follow the previous steps and finish it on a panini press for 3-4 minutes until the mozzarella cheese is melted!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 890kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 71g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 24g | Cholesterol: 188mg | Sodium: 1795mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g