My Favorite Deli Style Ciabatta Sandwich

Name: My Favorite Deli Style Ciabatta Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 fresh ciabatta loaf or roll; 4 ounces sliced deli turkey or ham; 2 slices provolone cheese; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 handful fresh arugula or lettuce; 1 tablespoon olive oil

A hearty and delicious sandwich layered with savory deli meats and fresh tangy toppings.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Italian· July 18, 2026

My Favorite Deli Style Ciabatta Sandwich

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

5 minutes

Total

20 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite like a well made sandwich for lunch. This ciabatta recipe is my go to when I want something satisfying that feels a little bit special.

My secret is to toast the bread just enough so it has a nice crunch but stays soft in the middle. You can really use any deli meat you enjoy, so feel free to raid the fridge and make it your own.

🧺 Ingredients

1 fresh ciabatta loaf or roll
4 ounces sliced deli turkey or ham
2 slices provolone cheese
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 handful fresh arugula or lettuce
1 tablespoon olive oil

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
In a small bowl, stir the sliced onions with the vinegar and sugar. Let them sit for ten minutes to soften and pickle slightly.
2
Slice your ciabatta bread in half lengthwise and lightly toast the cut sides in a pan or toaster.
3
Mix the mayonnaise and mustard together, then spread this mixture generously on both sides of the bread.
4
Layer the deli meat and provolone cheese onto the bottom half of the bread.
5
Drizzle the olive oil over the arugula and pile it on top of the cheese along with the drained pickled onions.
6
Close the sandwich, cut it in half, and serve it right away while the bread is fresh.

💡 Tips

If you are packing this for a picnic, keep the dressing and pickled onions in a separate small container to add right before you eat so the bread stays perfectly crisp.

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