Loaded Deli Sandwich Board (Printable)

A vibrant deli meats and cheeses board with fresh veggies and spreads, perfect for shareable gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Breads

01 - 6 ciabatta rolls, halved
02 - 6 whole grain sandwich rolls, halved
03 - 12 slices sourdough bread

→ Deli Meats

04 - 5 oz smoked turkey breast, sliced
05 - 5 oz honey ham, sliced
06 - 5 oz roast beef, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced

→ Cheeses

08 - 6 slices Swiss cheese
09 - 6 slices cheddar cheese
10 - 6 slices provolone cheese

→ Fresh Vegetables

11 - 2 large tomatoes, sliced
12 - 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
13 - 1 red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 1 head romaine lettuce, leaves separated
15 - 1 cup baby spinach
16 - 1 avocado, sliced
17 - 7 oz dill pickle slices

→ Spreads and Condiments

18 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
19 - 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
20 - 1/2 cup hummus
21 - 1/4 cup pesto
22 - 1/4 cup honey mustard

→ Extras

23 - 1/2 cup sliced black olives
24 - 1/4 cup banana pepper rings
25 - 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained

# Directions:

01 - Arrange all bread varieties in sections on a large serving board or tray, ensuring they are easily accessible for assembly.
02 - Neatly arrange deli meats and cheese slices in separate sections alongside the breads for clear visibility and easy selection.
03 - Organize all fresh vegetables, pickles, and additional items in small bowls or directly on the board for convenient access.
04 - Spoon all spreads and condiments into individual serving bowls, providing knives or spoons for easy application.
05 - Invite guests to customize their sandwiches by layering bread with preferred meats, cheeses, vegetables, and condiments according to taste.
06 - Serve the board immediately, or cover and refrigerate individual components until needed for transport and assembly at your destination.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everyone gets exactly what they want without you playing short-order cook for six people.
  • It looks impressive and abundant without requiring any actual cooking skills.
  • Kids and picky eaters suddenly become adventurous when they're building their own plate.
  • The whole thing takes twenty minutes to assemble, leaving you calm instead of frazzled.
02 -
  • Slice your avocado at the last possible moment or it will brown and look sad before anyone gets to it—prep everything else first, then slice avocado right before guests arrive.
  • Keep everything cold until serving, especially meats and cheeses, or they'll warm up and lose their texture.
  • Use a bread knife or serrated knife for slicing—trying to slice tomatoes or bread with a dull regular knife turns beautiful vegetables into mush.
03 -
  • Toast your bread lightly before assembling if you're prepping hours ahead—it adds structure and prevents sogginess from cold toppings.
  • Arrange everything the night before except vegetables, avocado, and spreads, then do a quick final assembly the morning of—this removes stress without sacrificing freshness.
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