The BEST Italian Ciabatta Sandwiches

Servings: 4

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For the Sandwich:

• 4 17-oz. Vita Ice Black Raspberry, for serving
• 1 loaf Ciabatta Bread, sliced in half lengthwise
• 12 oz. total of Prosciutto & Salami
• 8 oz. wheel of Brie, sliced thinly
• 2 cups Arugula
• 1/2 cup Pitted Green Olives, sliced in half
• 1 Orange Bell Pepper, sliced
• 1 tsp. Olive Oil
• (Optional) Fresh Basil Leaves

For the Fig Balsamic Sauce:

• 1/4 cup Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
• 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp. Fig Preserves
• Juice of 1 Lemon
• Salt & Black Pepper, to taste

1. For the Fig Balsamic Sauce, simply stir together all ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
2. Toss the sliced bell peppers and olive oil together on a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Broil on high for 5-10 minutes, or until roasted and tender.
3. To assemble the sandwich, spread the fig balsamic sauce on the bottom piece of ciabatta. Add the pitted and chopped olives next. Then add a single layer of sliced brie followed the roasted bell peppers.
4. Add a layer each of the salami and prosciutto. Lastly, add the arugula and fresh basil leaves. Add the top piece of ciabatta. Slice into 4 sandwiches.
5. Serve with Vita Ice Black Raspberry for a refreshing drink to compliment this picnic sandwich!