Go Back
Gourmet Ciabatta Sandwich Recipe

Gourmet Ciabatta Sandwich

A premium Italian-style sandwich featuring fresh mozzarella, ribbons of prosciutto, and crisp arugula layered on garlic-rubbed toasted ciabatta bread.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

  • 4 rolls ciabatta bread sliced horizontally
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese thickly sliced
  • 6 oz prosciutto di Parma thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained from oil, chopped
  • 2 cups fresh baby arugula
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly cracked

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Serrated Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Toast the bread: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Brush the cut sides of the ciabatta rolls with olive oil and toast face down for 2 minutes until golden.
  2. Flavor the crust: Remove the bread from the skillet and immediately rub the warm, toasted sides lightly with the cut halves of the fresh garlic clove.
  3. Layer the cheese and meat: Place thick slices of fresh mozzarella on the bottom half of each roll. Top with the prosciutto, folding the meat into ribbons rather than laying it flat.
  4. Add vegetables: Scatter the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the meat, then pile on a generous handful of fresh arugula.
  5. Finish and serve: Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the greens, add cracked black pepper, close the sandwich, and slice in half with a serrated knife.

Notes

  • Fold the meat to create air pockets, which makes the sandwich easier to bite through.
  • Do not add the balsamic glaze if you are making these ahead of time; keep it on the side until serving.