Caesaroni Pizza Sandwich
The Caesaroni Pizza Sandwich combines the classic flavors of a Caesar salad with the comfort of a pizza. Featuring a crispy focaccia base topped with melted cheese, pepperoni, and a creamy Caesar dressing, this sandwich is a delightful fusion that is perfect for lunch or a quick dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Pepperoni
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup pizza/marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup croutons
- 1 loaf focaccia bread
- 2 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread pizza or marinara sauce evenly over the focaccia bread. Sprinkle a generous amount of Parmesan and mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange pepperoni slices on top of the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together 1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of anchovy paste, 1 minced garlic clove, and a pinch of kosher salt. Add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce. Slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup of olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Toss chopped Romaine lettuce with croutons in a large bowl. Drizzle the homemade Caesar dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Once the focaccia pizza base is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Cut the focaccia into sandwich-sized pieces. Place a generous amount of Caesar salad on one piece of the focaccia, then top with another piece to create a sandwich. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg