Description
A delicious and easy-to-make sandwich featuring deli turkey layered on toasted sun-dried tomato focaccia bread with fresh tomato, greens, red onion, and a flavorful pesto mayo spread, perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich
- 1 loaf Trader Joe’s sun-dried tomato focaccia
- 7 ounces deli turkey
- 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
- 1 handful greens (sprouts, microgreens, spinach, etc.)
- a few pieces thinly sliced red onion
Spread
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup pesto (Costco brand recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat and toast focaccia: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Place the entire loaf of focaccia on a baking sheet and toast it in the oven for 5-8 minutes until it is warm and slightly crispy.
- Prepare pesto mayo: In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of mayonnaise and 1/4 cup of pesto until fully combined to create a flavorful pesto mayo spread.
- Slice the loaf: Place the toasted focaccia flat on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife turned sideways, carefully slice horizontally through the center of the loaf without flipping the top half, preserving the delicate crumbles on top. Set the top piece aside, keeping it flat.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread a generous amount of the pesto mayo on the bottom half of the bread. Layer evenly with the deli turkey, followed by the thinly sliced tomato, greens, and red onion. Dollop more pesto mayo on top of the greens and onions to enhance the flavor without flipping the top piece over.
- Close and cut sandwich: Gently place the top half of the focaccia back onto the sandwich, pressing lightly to secure all layers. Using a large knife, cut the sandwich down the middle and then across into approximately six pieces, making it easy to serve and enjoy.
Notes
- To keep the focaccia crispy, slice it horizontally without flipping the top to preserve the crust’s texture.
- Feel free to substitute the turkey with chicken or ham if preferred.
- You can add your favorite greens based on availability, such as arugula or kale.
- Pesto mayo can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Serve with a side of chips or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sun-dried tomato focaccia sandwich, turkey sandwich, pesto mayo, easy sandwich recipe, deli turkey sandwich
