Elevate your sandwich game with this mouthwatering turkey pesto sandwich!
Crusty sourdough bread is generously slathered with bright, garlicky basil pesto. Then, you layer on slices of deli turkey breast, provolone cheese, tomatoes, and baby spinach.
To take it to the next level, I grill the sandwich to perfection. The bread gets nice and golden, and the melty cheese oozes out.
It’s crispy on the outside, warm and flavorful on the inside, and totally irresistible!
Why You’ll Love This Turkey Pesto Sandwich
Once you try this sandwich, you’ll understand why I adore it.
Flavor Explosion: The combination of savory turkey, aromatic pesto, melty cheese, and fresh veggies is irresistible.
Gourmet Upgrade: It elevates an everyday turkey sandwich into an impressive gourmet creation with the simple addition of pesto.
Crowd-Pleaser: Turkey pesto sandwiches are always a hit. Everyone loves them!
Quick & Easy: With minimal ingredients and prep work required, you can whip this up in 15 minutes or less.
Ingredients
You only need a few ingredients to make this delicious sandwich:
- Sourdough Bread: The perfect vessel for this sandwich with its chewy, tangy interior and crisp, crackly crust.
- Basil Pesto: Pesto is the star condiment that makes this sandwich shine.
- Deli Turkey Breast: Tender, juicy slices of premium turkey breast add lean protein.
- Provolone Cheese: Smooth and melty provolone is the ideal cheese for this hot sandwich.
- Roma Tomato: A ripe Roma tomato contributes juicy freshness in every bite.
- Fresh Baby Spinach Leaves: They add a pop of color and a dose of nutrition.
- Butter: Slathered on the outside of the bread, butter ensures a beautifully browned, crisp exterior when grilled.
How to Make Turkey Pesto Sandwich
Making this sandwich couldn’t be easier! Just follow these steps:
1. Prepare the bread. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice and pesto on the other side of one slice.
2. Layer the ingredients. Add the turkey slices, provolone cheese, tomato slices, and baby spinach leaves on top of the pesto.
3. Add the top bread slice. Spread pesto on the unbuttered side of the second bread slice. Place it on top of the spinach, pesto-side down.
4. Grill the sandwich. Place the sandwich in a preheated skillet or grill pan, butter side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
5. Flip and press. Carefully flip the sandwich and grill the other side for 2-3 minutes. Press down lightly with a spatula until the cheese melts.
6. Cool and serve. Remove the sandwich from the heat, and let cool for 1 minute. Slice in half diagonally and serve immediately.
Tips For the Best Turkey Pesto Sandwich
Following these simple tips will make your sandwich the best it can be:
- Quality is key. Choose a high-quality, crusty bread like sourdough for the best texture and flavor.
- Go overboard. Don’t be shy with the pesto! Spread a generous amount on both slices of bread for maximum flavor.
- Think thin. Opt for thinly sliced deli turkey breast for easy layering and a perfect meat-to-cheese ratio.
- Give it a rest. To avoid burning your mouth on the melted cheese, allow the sandwich to cool for a minute before slicing and serving.
- Have fun and experiment. Try different pesto flavors, cheeses, or add-ins like avocado and bacon.
How to Store
If you have leftover sandwiches, here’s how to keep them fresh.
To Store: Place the assembled sandwiches in an air-tight container or wrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To Reheat: Remove the tomato slices and spinach before reheating. Reheat in a toaster oven, regular oven, or air fryer at 325-350°F for 4-5 minutes until warmed through. Or, reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, though the bread may become slightly soft.
Turkey Pesto Sandwich
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kcalUpgrade your lunch with this tasty turkey pesto sandwich! Packed with turkey, tomatoes, spinach, provolone, and pesto on sourdough bread, it’s such a treat.
Ingredients
2 slices crusty sourdough bread
2-3 tablespoons basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
4-6 ounces sliced deli turkey breast
2 slices provolone cheese
1 Roma tomato, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh baby spinach leaves
1 tablespoon softened butter
Instructions
- Spread one side of each slice of bread with the softened butter. On the other side of one slice, spread a generous amount of pesto, covering the entire surface.
- Layer the turkey slices on top of the pesto. Add the provolone cheese slices on top of the turkey.
- Arrange the tomato slices over the cheese. Top with a handful of fresh baby spinach leaves.
- Spread more pesto on the other slice of bread, on the unbuttered side. Place this slice pesto-side down on top of the spinach to complete the sandwich.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwich in the pan, butter side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bread is toasted and golden brown.
- Carefully flip the sandwich over and continue grilling the other side for another 2-3 minutes, pressing down lightly with a spatula, until the cheese is melted and the second side is toasted.
- Remove the sandwich from the heat. Let cool for 1 minute, then slice in half diagonally and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious turkey pesto sandwich!
Notes
- Use high-quality, crusty bread like sourdough that will hold up to the fillings and get crispy when grilled.
- Spread a generous amount of flavorful pesto on both slices of bread.
- Add fresh tomato slices and baby spinach for juicy vegetable goodness.
