Spicy Prosciutto Pesto and Burrata Sandwich
This Spicy Prosciutto Pesto and Burrata Sandwich is the kind of meal that makes a simple lunch feel like a special occasion. It’s rich, fresh, and just a little bit spicy—the perfect balance for warm days or cozy evenings.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- Focaccia or Ciabatta bread
- 1 to 2 teaspoons of harissa
- 1 ball of burrata cheese
- 4 to 6 slices of prosciutto
- 1 ripe tomato sliced
- 1 to 2 teaspoons of Pesto spread homemade or store-bought
For the Homemade Pesto:
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the Pesto (if using homemade): In a food processor or blender, combine basil, pine nuts, lemon juice, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while blending until smooth. Stir in Parmesan cheese, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare the Bread: Slice your focaccia or ciabatta horizontally and toast lightly in the oven or on a skillet until warmed and crisp around the edges.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Spread harissa on one side of the bread and pesto on the other. Layer tomato slices, followed by prosciutto, and top with torn pieces of burrata.
- Serve: Place the top half of the bread over the filling. Slice in half and serve immediately while the burrata is creamy and soft.
Notes
✔️ Toasting the bread helps it stand up to the creamy burrata and juicy tomatoes without getting soggy
✔️ Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor, and season them with a pinch of salt before adding to the sandwich
✔️ Harissa can vary in spice level, so start with a small amount and adjust to your taste
✔️ Burrata should be used at room temperature so it’s soft and spreadable
✔️ Homemade pesto gives you control over the flavor and freshness, but store-bought works in a pinch
✔️ Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor, and season them with a pinch of salt before adding to the sandwich
✔️ Harissa can vary in spice level, so start with a small amount and adjust to your taste
✔️ Burrata should be used at room temperature so it’s soft and spreadable
✔️ Homemade pesto gives you control over the flavor and freshness, but store-bought works in a pinch
