Olive Loaf Sandwich 🥪🫒

A classic deli-style sandwich featuring savory olive loaf, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy spread. It’s quick to make and perfect for lunch or a picnic.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: None
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

4 slices sandwich bread (white, wheat, rye, or sourdough)
6–8 slices olive loaf
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 lettuce leaves
2 slices tomato
4 thin slices red onion
4 dill pickle slices
2 slices Swiss, provolone, or cheddar cheese (optional)
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Butter (optional, if toasting the bread)

Instructions

If desired, lightly toast the bread and let it cool slightly.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
Spread the mixture evenly on one side of each bread slice.
Layer the olive loaf evenly over two slices of bread.
Add the cheese (if using), lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.
Season with a little black pepper.
Top with the remaining bread slices, spread-side down.
Slice in half and serve immediately.

Optional Add-Ins

Sliced avocado
Crispy bacon
Banana peppers
Cucumber slices
Sprouts
Pepper jack cheese
Horseradish sauce for extra zing

Serving Suggestions

Potato chips
Dill pickle spears
Coleslaw
Potato salad
Pasta salad
Fresh fruit
Cup of tomato soup

Storage

Best enjoyed fresh.
If packing for lunch, keep tomatoes separate until serving to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Approximate Nutrition (per sandwich)

Calories: 420
Protein: 20 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fat: 25 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sodium: 980 mg

Variations

Grilled Olive Loaf Melt: Butter the outside of the bread and grill until golden with melted Swiss or cheddar cheese.
Low-Carb Version: Replace the bread with large lettuce leaves or serve the fillings in a low-carb wrap.
Deli Deluxe: Add sliced turkey or ham alongside the olive loaf for a heartier sandwich.

This simple Olive Loaf Sandwich delivers nostalgic deli flavor with minimal effort, making it an easy, satisfying meal for any day of the week.