Description
Indulge in the delightful Olive Tapenade & Goat Cheese Sandwich, a perfect blend of savory and creamy flavors. This gourmet slab sandwich is crafted with layers of rich olive tapenade, whipped honey goat cheese, and roasted red peppers, all nestled between soft focaccia bread. It’s an ideal choice for picnics, casual gatherings, or a satisfying lunch at home. Easy to prepare and visually impressive, this sandwich allows for customization with your favorite greens or additional toppings. Enjoy a taste of Mediterranean flair in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large focaccia loaf
- 1 cup olive tapenade
- 1 cup goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2–4 tablespoons milk (as needed)
- 3 large roasted red peppers
- 1 cup mixed greens or arugula
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425ºF.
- Roast cut-side down peppers on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 30-40 minutes until charred.
- Steam and peel the roasted peppers after cooling.
- In a food processor, blend goat cheese, honey, and milk until smooth; adjust milk for desired texture.
- Slice focaccia horizontally; spread olive tapenade on the bottom half and whipped goat cheese on the top half.
- Layer with roasted peppers and mixed greens before closing the sandwich.
- Cut into portions before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use fresh focaccia for optimal flavor. Customize with different greens or additional toppings as desired. For a warm version, grill the assembled sandwich on a panini press.