High-Protein Focaccia Sandwiches

High-Protein Focaccia Sandwiches are flavorful and filling. They contain tomatoes, focaccia bread, fig jam, mozzarella cheese, cured meat, goat cheese, and arugula. These items are very simple, and we can get them easily from any supermarket. These sandwiches contain cheese, so you can choose to have this sandwich or use vegan cheese if you want. High-Protein Focaccia Sandwiches prepare quickly in 20 minutes, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Serve these sandwiches with lentil soup, grilled zucchini, and iced tea. Store these sandwiches for some time, so they are perfect for meal prep.

STATS:

• Caloric count: 480 kcal
• Preparation Duration: Fifteen minutes
• Serving Size: 1
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Cuisine: Italian
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Course: Lunch, Dinner
• Diet: High-Protein
• Servings: 8

EQUIPMENT:

• Knife
• Small spoon
• Cutting board
• Baking sheet
• Measuring spoons

INGREDIENTS:

TOMATO, MOZZARELLA & PESTO SANDWICH:

• 1 loaf focaccia
• 2 tbsp. pesto
• 4 slices cured meat, such as prosciutto, salami, or capicola
• Four slices of mozzarella cheese
• 1 medium tomato
• 4 tsp. balsamic glaze

FIG & GOAT CHEESE SANDWICH:

• 1 loaf focaccia
• 4 slices cured meat, such as prosciutto, salami, or capicola
• 3 ounces goat cheese
• 2 tbsp. fig jam
• 1 cup arugula
• 2 tsp. balsamic glaze

INGREDIENT NOTES:

FOCACCIA:

• Make the sandwich with focaccia bread because it is softer and fluffier. We have to toast it so it gets slightly crisp.

PESTO:

• Add the pesto to include the indulgent and herby taste and aroma in this sandwich. It is best to utilize the traditional pesto to make it more flavorful, though you can also utilize arugula or spinach pesto as well.

CURED MEAT:

• Add the salami, capicola, or prosciutto meat in the sandwiches to include the additional protein in the dish.

FRESH MOZZARELLA:

• We have to utilize the fresh mozzarella to form the creamy texture, which will pair nicely with the pesto and tomatoes. We would also utilize the part-skim mozzarella to add more protein and low-fat content in the sandwiches.

TOMATO:

• Add the fresh and ripe tomatoes to add the natural sweet taste and juiciness in the sandwiches. It is best to use the vine-ripened or Roma tomatoes in it as they are very flavorful & slices easily.

BALSAMIC GLAZE:

• Add the balsamic glaze to include the tanginess and sweet taste. We have to use it in small quantities as it is enough to make it more flavorful.

GOAT CHEESE:

• Add this goat cheese to make the sandwiches creamy and tangy. It will also balance the sweet taste of fig jam. We would also add reduced-fat goat cheese if required.

FIG JAM:

• It will add the natural sweet taste and also pairs nicely with cured meat and tangy goat cheese. You can also utilize the fig preserves.

ARUGULA:

• Add the arugula to offer the pepper and fresh flavor and make the sandwiches crunchier. We would also utilize the baby spinach to offer a light flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS:

TOMATO, MOZZARELLA & PESTO SANDWICH:

1. Make the 4 equal-sized pieces of the focaccia, then slice every piece horizontally to form the sandwich halves.
2. Now toast the focaccia in the toaster oven or dry pan till they get crisp and warm.
3. Add one & half tsp. pesto on the bottom of the focaccia piece, then include one cured meat slice on every sandwich.
4. Put the fresh mozzarella cheese slices on it, then include tomato slices & add the balsamic glaze.
5. Now add the focaccia slice on top to close the sandwich and serve.

FIG & GOAT CHEESE SANDWICH:

1. Make 4 equal-sized pieces of the focaccia, then slice every piece horizontally to form the sandwich halves.
2. Now toast the focaccia in the toaster oven or dry pan till they get crisp and warm.
3. Add the goat cheese to the bottom slice of focaccia and spread it, then include half tbsp. fig jam on it.
4. Then add one cured meat slice on it and include fresh arugula and drizzle the glaze on top.
5. Put the focaccia slices on top to form the sandwich and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

• Italian Chopped Salad
• Arugula Parmesan Salad
• Caprese Salad
• Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

SOUPS:

• Tomato Basil Soup
• Minestrone Soup
• Roasted Vegetable Soup
• Lentil Soup

VEGETABLE SIDES:

• Roasted Zucchini
• Grilled Asparagus
• Garlic Green Beans
• Roasted Bell Peppers

LIGHT SIDES:

• Fresh Fruit Salad
• Grapes
• Mixed Berries
• Marinated Olives

DRINKS:

• Sparkling Water with Lemon
• Iced Tea
• Lemonade
• Italian Soda

TIPS:

• We have to toast the focaccia, then assemble so the bread will not get soggy.
• Add the fresh and ripe tomatoes to make it more flavorful.
• Dry the tomato slices, then add them to eliminate the additional moisture content.
• Add the arugula when you are going to serve the sandwiches, so it remains fresh.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Add the sandwich items in a separate container and store them for two days. It is best to consume the assembled sandwiches in 24 hours, or else the focaccia becomes soft.

FREEZER:

• Add the focaccia bread in bag & freeze for 2 months. Don’t freeze the fresh vegetables and goat cheese.

FAQs:

Will I prepare the vegetarian version of these sandwiches?

• We can exclude the cured meat and include the grilled vegetables, cottage cheese, and other protein-containing items instead for this purpose.

How we can include extra protein in sandwiches?

• Include turkey slices, cottage cheese, cured meat, and grilled chicken to add extra protein to the sandwiches.

What to add instead of fig jam?

• You can add date spread, pear preserves, honey, or apricot preserves instead to offer the same sweet taste.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 480 kcal

Net Carbs: 38 g

Total Carbs: 42 g

Protein: 22 g

Fiber: 4 g

Fat: 25 g

Servings: 8

Calcium: 0.30 g

Iron: 0.003 g

Vitamin A: 0.00018 g

Sodium: 0.85 g

Potassium: 0.32 g

Serving Size: 1