Watermelon Feta Olive Sandwich (Printable Version)

Juicy watermelon, feta, olives, and herbs layered in ciabatta rolls for a light, vibrant vegetarian sandwich.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 thick slices seedless watermelon (1/2-inch thick, rind removed)
02 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 small handful fresh mint leaves
04 - 1 small handful fresh basil leaves

→ Dairy

05 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Pantry

06 - 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
07 - 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Bread

09 - 2 ciabatta rolls or similar crusty sandwich rolls, sliced in half

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Pat the watermelon slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Lightly toast the ciabatta rolls until golden and crisp.
03 - On the bottom half of each roll, layer a slice of watermelon.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta evenly over the watermelon. Add sliced olives, red onion, and scatter mint and basil leaves on top.
05 - Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and season with freshly ground black pepper. Top with the remaining watermelon slice, if desired, or finish with the top half of the roll.
06 - Press gently, slice in half, and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses easy-to-find fresh ingredients
  • Ready to eat in just 10 minutes
  • Light and satisfying with bold flavor contrast
  • Vegetarian and customizable for dietary needs
02 -
  • Rich in antioxidants and hydration from fresh watermelon
  • Vegetarian-friendly with easy swaps for vegan diets
  • Extra flavorful and satisfying without any cooking required
  • Feta cheese is what truly makes this sandwich sing. I love the contrast between creamy salty feta and the burst of fresh watermelon. I will never forget a picnic where we built these under a big shady tree and my youngest begged for watermelon sandwiches all week long
03 -
  • Blotting the watermelon thoroughly is the secret to a non-soggy sandwich
  • Do not skip toasting the bread since it gives structure and extra flavor
  • Let the herbs sit for a minute on the warm bread to release their aroma
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