Description
Savor the ultimate Deli Roast Beef Sandwich, where layers of tender meat, zesty condiments, and crisp vegetables create a flavor symphony. Hearty ingredients nestled between perfectly toasted bread promise a delightful lunch that satisfies you completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 8 slices deli-style roast beef
Bread and Cheese:
- 4 slices bread (sourdough, rye, or ciabatta)
- 4 slices cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or provolone)
Condiments and Vegetables:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) caramelized onions
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) roasted red bell peppers (sliced)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) horseradish sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Garnish:
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Pickles
Instructions
- Generously coat one slice of bread with tangy horseradish sauce, creating a zesty base layer that enhances the roast beef’s rich flavor.
- Complement the horseradish by spreading a smooth layer of creamy mayonnaise on the opposite bread slice.
- Layer two tender slices of deli roast beef across the bread, ensuring complete coverage from edge to edge.
- Crown the roast beef with a slice of Swiss cheese, allowing it to slightly melt from the sandwich’s warmth.
- Scatter caramelized onions over the cheese, introducing a sweet and complex undertone to the sandwich’s profile.
- Arrange roasted red bell peppers atop the caramelized onions, introducing a smoky and vibrant element.
- Delicately sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper to elevate the overall seasoning.
- Top with crisp lettuce leaves and juicy tomato slices, adding refreshing texture and brightness.
- Complete the sandwich by gently pressing the second bread slice on top, creating a harmonious stack of flavors.
- Slice diagonally to create two elegant triangular halves and serve alongside crisp, briny pickles for a perfect accompaniment.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting horseradish sauce quantity to match personal spice tolerance.
- Swap regular bread with gluten-free or low-carb alternatives to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Replace deli roast beef with plant-based protein like grilled portobello mushrooms for vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg