Loaded Deli Sandwich Board (Print Version)

Customizable deli meat, cheese, and veggie board ideal for gatherings and outdoor meals.

# 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 - 1 jar (7 oz) dill pickle slices

→ Spreads & 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

# How to Prepare:

01 - Arrange all breads neatly on a large serving board or tray, spacing them evenly for visibility and accessibility.
02 - Place deli meats and cheeses in separate sections adjacent to the breads, maintaining distinct groupings for easy identification.
03 - Organize fresh vegetables, pickles, and extras in small bowls or directly on the board, ensuring varied items are clustered for balanced presentation.
04 - Transfer spreads and condiments into individual small serving bowls, providing each with appropriate serving utensils for hygienic application.
05 - Encourage guests to construct personalized sandwiches by layering their selected breads with preferred proteins, cheeses, vegetables, and condiments.
06 - Present immediately for consumption, or cover and refrigerate all components until ready for assembly at destination.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero cooking required means you actually get to enjoy time with your guests instead of sweating over a stove.
  • Everyone builds exactly what they crave, so there's no wasted food and no disappointed faces at the table.
  • It looks absolutely stunning on a board, giving you major entertaining points with almost no effort.
  • Prep is genuinely easy—slice, arrange, and you're done before anyone even arrives.
02 -
  • Pat your tomatoes and cucumbers completely dry before slicing, or they'll release water that makes everything soggy within an hour.
  • If you're making this more than 30 minutes before serving, keep your spreads and anything wet covered in the refrigerator until the last moment, then add them fresh.
  • Buy your deli meats and cheeses from the actual deli counter, not the packaged section—the flavor difference is noticeable and they slice thinner, making sandwiches less bulky.
03 -
  • Slice your vegetables and arrange your proteins the morning of, but keep them covered and refrigerated separately until assembly to maximize freshness.
  • A wooden cutting board or marble slab creates a more elegant presentation than a standard platter, and the neutral color makes your ingredients pop visually.
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