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Italian Sandwich With Crispy Artichokes

Savor the Crunch: Italian Sandwich With Crispy Artichokes

This Italian Sandwich With Crispy Artichokes is a delicious combination of savory meats and creamy textures for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 rolls Italian Rolls ciabatta or focaccia also works
  • 8 oz Salami or substitute with prosciutto or turkey
  • 4 oz Provolone Cheese or mozzarella
  • 2 cups Iceberg Lettuce or arugula
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes or sliced cucumbers
  • 1 cup Garbanzo Beans or chickpeas
  • 1 medium Red Onion or green onions
  • 1/2 cup Pepperoncini or jalapeños for spice
For the Crispy Artichokes
  • 2 cups Artichoke Hearts or roasted bell peppers
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Espelette Pepper or paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
For the Olive Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Castelvetrano Olives or Kalamata olives
  • 1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Food Processor
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Prep Artichokes
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the artichoke hearts in half and place them in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, coat with panko breadcrumbs, seasoning with salt and espelette pepper.
Roast Artichokes
  1. Arrange the coated artichokes cut-side up on a baking sheet. Bake for 35–40 minutes, rotating halfway through.
Make Vinaigrette
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, fresh rosemary, and dried oregano.
Prepare Olive Mayo
  1. In a food processor, combine Castelvetrano olives, fresh parsley, mayonnaise, garlic, and red wine vinegar. Pulse until smooth.
Chop Ingredients
  1. Dice the salami, provolone cheese, pepperoncini, red onion, and iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
Toast Rolls
  1. Slice the Italian rolls in half and broil in the oven for about 2–4 minutes until golden.
Assemble Sandwich
  1. Spread olive mayo on toasted rolls. Layer with salami, provolone, lettuce, onion, pepperoncini, and tomatoes. Drizzle with vinaigrette and top with crispy artichokes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For maximum crunch, ensure even panko coating on artichokes. Assemble sandwich ingredients just before serving to prevent sogginess.

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