Description
Trader Joe’s sun-dried tomato focaccia turkey sandwich delivers Mediterranean-inspired flavors in a quick, satisfying lunch. Layered with premium ingredients, this sandwich promises a delightful midday escape for hungry palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf Trader Joes sun-dried tomato focaccia, halved horizontally
- 4–6 oz (113–170 g) sliced oven-roasted turkey breast (TJs herb turkey or preferred)
- 2–3 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
- ½ avocado, sliced or mashed
- 1 handful arugula or baby spinach
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) mayo or aioli
- 1 tsp (5 ml) dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: thinly sliced red onion or tomato
Instructions
- Bread Preparation: Slice sun-dried tomato focaccia horizontally and lightly toast to enhance texture and warmth, creating a crisp foundation for the sandwich.
- Layering Strategy: Generously spread mayonnaise and optional mustard across bread surface, then carefully arrange creamy avocado as a rich, smooth base layer.
- Protein and Greenery Assembly: Delicately layer sliced turkey over avocado, followed by sharp cheese and peppery arugula for a vibrant flavor profile.
- Optional Enhancements: Incorporate additional ingredients like thinly sliced red onion or fresh tomato to elevate the sandwich’s complexity and visual appeal.
- Final Composition: Gently press the top bread half onto the layered ingredients, ensuring a balanced and cohesive sandwich structure that allows all flavors to meld harmoniously.
Notes
- Lightly toast the focaccia to create a crispy exterior while maintaining a soft interior, which adds depth to the sandwich’s overall mouthfeel.
- Use ripe avocado and spread mayo evenly to prevent the sandwich from becoming dry, ensuring each bite is creamy and flavorful.
- Swap turkey with plant-based protein like grilled tofu or tempeh for vegetarian options, or use gluten-free focaccia for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Add a sprinkle of fresh cracked pepper or a dash of herbs like basil or oregano to elevate the sandwich’s taste profile and complement the sun-dried tomato bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg