Mediterranean Focaccia Sandwich with Roasted Red Pepper Spread

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A vibrant no-cook sandwich layered with savory meats, fresh mozzarella, and a smoky roasted red pepper spread on soft focaccia bread. This Mediterranean-inspired no-cook recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs focaccia bread, sliced provolone cheese, thinly sliced salami for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 1 large focaccia bread horizontally in half to create sandwich layers.
  2. Step 2: In a blender or food processor, combine 1/2 cup jarred roasted red peppers and 2 tbsp mayonnaise; blend until smooth to create a smoky spread.
  3. Step 3: Spread the roasted red pepper mixture evenly over both cut sides of the focaccia.
  4. Step 4: Layer 6 slices of provolone cheese on the bottom half, followed by 8 slices of thinly sliced salami.
  5. Step 5: Tear 4 oz fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute evenly over the salami.
  6. Step 6: Add 1 cup baby arugula and 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves on top.
  7. Step 7: Drizzle 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil over the greens and season with freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  8. Step 8: Place the top half of the focaccia on the sandwich and press gently; slice into portions and serve immediately.

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