Mortadella, burrata & pistachio pesto ciabatta
Prep
20 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick lunches when I want something that feels fancy but comes together in under an hour. Mortadella and burrata are a match made in heaven, and the homemade pistachio pesto takes it to another level. I love that pistachios are packed with heart healthy fats and protein, so you're getting real nutrition alongside the indulgence. The best part? You need just a ciabatta loaf and a handful of ingredients from your deli counter and pantry. No complicated cooking required, just assembly and a quick toast. It's the kind of sandwich that makes you feel like you've put in effort when really you've barely lifted a finger.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 11 ciabatta loaf
- 8 slicesof mortadella
- 12 burrata or mozzarella balls(drained, patted dry and torn into chunks)
- 50 gpitted green olives roughly chopped
- 60 grocket
- 1olive oil for drizzling
- 1 smallgarlic clove
- 50 gpistachios
- 30 gbasil
- 30 gparmesan broken into chunks or grated
- 11 lemon zested(plus ½ juiced)
- 15-6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
First, make the pesto. Peel the garlic clove and blitz with the rest of the pesto ingredients in a food processor until smooth and bright green. Season with salt and chill until needed. Will keep chilled for up to a week.
- 2
Slice the ciabatta in half through the equator and toast the cut sides under a hot grill for a few minutes until lightly charred. Spread the pesto evenly over the top, then arrange the mortadella, burrata, olives and rocket over the base and drizzle over a little olive oil. Sandwich with the top of the loaf, wrap firmly in baking parchment and secure with kitchen string.
- 3
For best results, put the sandwich in the fridge and top with a chopping board and a few heavy cans to press it down. Chill for at least 30 mins, or overnight. Cut into four pieces to serve.
Recipe Variations
Get AI-powered ingredient substitution suggestions.
You Might Also Like
Butter bean curry
This butter bean curry is one of my go to weeknight dinners when I want something satisfying but don't have hours to spend cooking. The whole thing comes together in under an hour, and butter beans are incredibly affordable and packed with fiber, keeping you full for ages. I love how versatile it is too, with the warming spices and creamy beans balanced by fresh coriander and a zingy banana and cucumber raita on the side. It's genuinely delicious, feels a bit fancy, but honestly couldn't be simpler.
Air fryer roast beef joint
You know what surprised me most about making roast beef in the air fryer? How incredibly quick and simple it is. This method cuts your cooking time in half compared to a traditional oven, and honestly, the results are just as impressive. The beauty of beef is that it's packed with iron and B vitamins, which are essential for energy and overall health. With just a handful of pantry staples and five minutes of prep, you'll have a stunning, tender roast that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests without the fuss.
Bread in four easy steps
Making your own bread doesn't have to be intimidating. This granary loaf comes together in just four straightforward steps, ready to eat in under an hour. Granary flour is packed with whole grains and fiber, which means you're getting real nutritional value with every slice. What I love most is how simple and budget friendly this recipe is. You probably have most of these ingredients in your kitchen already, and the fast action yeast does all the hard work for you. Trust me, once you taste homemade bread warm from the oven, you'll be making this constantly.
Reviews
Sign in to write a review.