15-Minute Mediterranean Tomato Sandwich
A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired sandwich featuring homemade olive tapenade, creamy hummus, and fresh tomatoes layered on toasted bread. The combination of briny olives, roasted red peppers, and tangy feta cheese creates bold flavors that complement the juicy tomatoes perfectly. This satisfying sandwich works beautifully for lunch or a light dinner, especially during tomato season when you want to showcase peak-quality produce with minimal cooking required.
Ingredients
- ½ clove garlic
- 1 ½ cups olives, mix of black and green, drainedsun-dried tomatoes1:1vegetarian
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- ½ roasted red pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, about 2 leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 4 pieces bread
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1 ounce feta, crumbled
- ¼ cup hummus
- lettuce
Instructions
- 1
Pulse garlic in food processor until minced
- 2
Add olives, roasted red pepper, parsley, basil, lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper to processor
- 3
Pulse until olives are in small pieces
- 4
Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed
- 5
Toast bread if desired
- 6
Layer each sandwich with hummus, lettuce, tomato slices, olive tapenade, and crumbled feta
Tips
Make tapenade ahead and store refrigerated for up to a week - flavors improve over time
Use the ripest tomatoes possible and salt them lightly before assembling to draw out excess moisture
Try grilling the bread for extra flavor and texture that holds up to the moist ingredients
Good to Know
Refrigerate assembled sandwiches up to 4 hours wrapped tightly
Make tapenade up to 1 week ahead and store refrigerated
Serve immediately after assembly for best texture
Common Mistakes
Salt tomatoes and let drain to avoid soggy bread
Don't over-process tapenade to maintain texture
Substitutions
Vegan Options
General Alternatives
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FAQ
Can I make this sandwich vegan?
Yes, substitute the feta with additional hummus or avocado slices and ensure your bread contains no dairy products.
What if I don't have a food processor?
Finely chop all tapenade ingredients by hand with a sharp knife and mix together in a bowl.
How long will the olive tapenade keep?
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to one week. The flavors actually improve after a day or two.