Vegetarian Classic Italian Ciabatta Sandwich

Elevate your sandwich game with this Vegetarian Classic Italian Ciabatta Sandwich—a perfect blend of fresh, bold flavors and effortless preparation. This no-cook recipe layers creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy ripe tomatoes, roasted red peppers, briny black olives, and fragrant basil inside a crusty ciabatta loaf for an authentically Italian bite. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and sweet-tangy balsamic glaze enhances each layer, while a generous spread of vibrant pesto ties everything together. Perfect for a quick lunch or a picnic-ready meal, this sandwich comes together in just 15 minutes and offers a satisfying, vegetarian-friendly option that doesn’t skimp on taste. Serve it fresh or pack it up for a gourmet meal on the go!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 loaf ciabatta bread
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
• 2 large ripe tomatoes
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup roasted red peppers
• 0.5 cup black olives
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup pesto sauce

Directions

Step 1

Slice the ciabatta loaf horizontally in half and lightly drizzle the cut sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Set the halves aside.

Step 2

Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into 1/4-inch thick pieces and the ripe tomatoes into equally thick slices. Set them aside.

Step 3

Arrange a layer of mozzarella slices on the bottom half of the ciabatta. Follow with an even layer of tomato slices.

Step 4

Sprinkle the chopped black olives and roasted red peppers evenly over the tomatoes.

Step 5

Add the fresh basil leaves on top, saving a few for garnish if desired.

Step 6

Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the vegetables, followed by the balsamic glaze for a sweet-tangy kick.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Spread the pesto sauce generously on the inside part of the top half of the ciabatta loaf.

Step 9

Cover the sandwich with the top half of the bread, pressing down lightly to contain the fillings.

Step 10

Cut the sandwich into four equal portions and serve immediately, or wrap tightly in parchment paper for lunch on the go.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1603.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3363.5

Total Fat 178.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.4g
Cholesterol 198.7mg	0%
Sodium 7198.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 334.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.9g	0%
Total Sugars 37.7g
Protein 119.1g	0%

Vitamin D 5.1IU	0%
Calcium 1598.6mg	0%
Iron 29.3mg	0%
Potassium 1821.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 39.2%