Pressed Pesto Picnic Sandwich
Pressed Pesto Picnic Sandwich
15 minutes total
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Gatherings
- Pesto Sauce
- Pork/Sausage
- Protein
- Spring Recipes
- Summer Recipes
- Tomatoes
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
This Italian sandwich with creamy Genovese basil Pesto is the perfect addition to your picnic repertoire!
Sandwich and Pizza Recipes

Ingredients
Serves 4
4 | Tablespoons Barilla® Creamy Genovese Pesto, divided |
1 | Loaf artisanal bread, cut into 3-inch pieces |
1 | Large tomato, sliced |
1 | Bunch basil |
4 | Ounces salami, sliced thin |
6 | Ounces prosciutto, sliced thin |
4 | Ounces provolone cheese, sliced |
4 | Ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
On the bottom-half of each piece of bread, layer meats, then cheeses, followed by 1 or 2 slices of tomato.
Step 2
Cover the tomato slices with a small handful of basil leaves.
Step 3
Spread 1-tablespoon pesto on the top half of each piece of bread and place it on top of basil leaves.
Step 4
Wrap the sandwiches with parchment paper and tie a piece of string around them.

Creamy Genovese Pesto Sauce
Barilla’s Creamy Genovese Pesto Sauce is imported from Italy and made with high-quality ingredients like fragrant Italian basil and freshly grated Italian cheese for a delicious creamy texture that puts a twist on classic pesto sauce.
- Pack size 6.5 oz.
- Range Pesto Sauce