Grilled Ham, Cheese, and Salami with Caper Relish

Health score
6%
Grilled Ham, Cheese, and Salami with Caper Relish
45 min.
4
502kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors found in our Grilled Ham, Cheese, and Salami with Caper Relish. This mouthwatering sandwich combines the savory goodness of Black Forest ham, Italian Genoa salami, and melted provolone cheese, all nestled between the crispy crust of ciabatta bread. It's a perfect choice for lunch or dinner, offering a satisfying meal packed with bold tastes and textures.

The secret to elevating this sandwich lies in the vibrant caper relish, which adds a zingy contrast to the rich ingredients. With a mix of chopped olives, capers, and tangy peperoncini, this relish provides a refreshing burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Finished off with a generous sprinkle of Teleme or Fontina cheese, and a layer of crisp iceberg lettuce, this creation transforms a simple sandwich into a gourmet experience.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this scrumptious masterpiece that serves four, making it ideal for gatherings or a hearty meal at home. The warm, toasty exterior combined with melty cheese and the crunch from fresh toppings create a harmonious balance that promises to impress family and friends alike. Treat yourself to a bite of this grilled delight, and let each mouthful take you to sandwich heaven!

Ingredients

  • ounces forest ham black sliced
  • 1.5 inch x7x bread loaf rectangular (such as ciabatta)
  • tablespoons butter room temperature
  • tablespoons capers chopped
  • cup fontina grated
  • cup iceberg lettuce thinly sliced
  • tablespoons brine-cured olives green pitted finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • teaspoons oregano fresh minced
  • tablespoons peperoncini minced
  • ounces provolone cheese sliced
  • ounces genoa salami italian sliced
  • large shallots minced
  • tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl; season dressing with salt and pepper.
  2. Cut top crust (about 1/3 inch) off bread and discard.
  3. Cut bread horizontally in half. Arrange provolone cheese on cut side of bottom half, covering completely. Top with layer of salami, then ham.
  4. Mix olives, capers, and peperoncini in small bowl; spread relish over ham. Press top half of bread, cut side down, atop relish; spread with 1 1/2 tablespoons butter.
  5. Heat heavy large skillet over medium heat 3 minutes.
  6. Place sandwich, buttered side down, in skillet. Using another skillet, press sandwich to compact slightly. Cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
  7. Spread top of sandwich with remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons butter. Using large spatula, turn sandwich over. Press again with second skillet. Cook until bottom is golden and cheese melts, about 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer sandwich to work surface. Lift off bread top; sprinkle with Teleme cheese, lettuce, and dressing. Press bread top onto sandwich and cut into quarters.

Nutrition Facts

Calories502kcal
Protein21%
Fat73.43%
Carbs5.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.42
Glycemic Load
1.02
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
14.723913078723%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
7.91mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
10.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:501.88kcal
25.09%
Fat:41.08g
63.2%
Saturated Fat:19.67g
122.92%
Carbohydrates:7g
2.33%
Net Carbohydrates:4.93g
1.79%
Sugar:2.91g
3.23%
Cholesterol:113.23mg
37.74%
Sodium:1690.24mg
73.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.44g
52.87%
Calcium:394.93mg
39.49%
Phosphorus:303.91mg
30.39%
Vitamin B12:1.68µg
27.94%
Vitamin K:24.79µg
23.61%
Selenium:15.79µg
22.56%
Zinc:3.21mg
21.4%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.34%
Vitamin A:945.01IU
18.9%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.66%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.65%
Vitamin E:1.92mg
12.79%
Vitamin C:10.54mg
12.77%
Iron:2.09mg
11.64%
Vitamin B3:2.05mg
10.23%
Potassium:351.69mg
10.05%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.97%
Fiber:2.07g
8.28%
Magnesium:30.36mg
7.59%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.48%
Copper:0.12mg
6.22%
Folate:22.66µg
5.66%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.03%
Source:Epicurious