Pizza Sandwich
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Pizza Sandwich
Description
Pizza Sandwich features sourdough bread slices spread with a garlic and oregano infused tomato puree. Cooked yellow and red bell peppers add sweetness and softness beneath melted slices of cheese, creating a melty, savory layer. Fresh beef tomato slices and a handful of rocket (arugula) add moisture and a peppery finish on top before closing the sandwich. The use of sourdough gives a sturdy base with a slight tang.
The peppers are gently cooked in olive oil to soften but still retain some bite, complementing the creamy melted cheese. The assembling and brief grilling melt the cheese and warm the topping, sealing the flavors together. The fresh tomato slices and arugula added after grilling keep a fresh, vibrant contrast to the warm ingredients.
This can be served as a savory lunch or a satisfying snack. Adjustments can be made: if arugula’s sharpness isn’t preferred, spinach can be substituted for a milder green. The recipe allows for flexibility in cheese choice or adding cooked chicken for extra protein.
The sandwich is best served warm immediately after grilling to enjoy the combination of melted cheese, soft peppers, and fresh toppings. Variations in vegetables can be used depending on preference and pantry availability.
Ingredients
- 4 lices sourdough bread
- 4 tablespoon tomato puree
- 2 garlic crushed, clove
- 1 tablespoon oregano dried
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 2 cheese slices
- 1 tomato sliced, beef
- 2 handful arugula aka rocket
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together 4 tablespoon Tomato puree, 2 Garlic clove, 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper and 1 tablespoon Dried oregano.
- Add 1 teaspoon Olive oil to a pan and add 1 Yellow bell pepper and 1 Red bell pepper. Gently cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Spread the tomato sauce on 2 of the 4 slices Sourdough bread. Top the bread with the cooked peppers and 2 Cheese slices.
- Put them under the grill for 3-4 minutes until melted.
- Top with 1 Beef tomato and 2 handful Rocket (arugula).
- Finish with other slices of bread and serve.
Notes
- Arugula can be replaced with spinach for a milder leafy green and added iron.
- Cheese slices such as Swiss, mature cheddar, or mozzarella can be used based on preference.
- Other vegetables like mushrooms or courgettes can substitute bell peppers.
- Adding cooked shredded chicken before the cheese can incorporate meat into this sandwich.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 446 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1sandwich | |
| Calories | 446kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 92g | 31% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 693mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 1064mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 4080IU | 82% |
| Vitamin C | 215.8mg | 240% |
| Calcium | 171mg | 17% |
| Iron | 7.4mg | 41% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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