Loaded Deli Sandwich Board (Printable)

A vibrant deli board with meats, cheeses, veggies, breads, and spreads for customizable picnic enjoyment.

# 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 & 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 breads on a large serving board or tray, spacing them evenly for visual appeal and easy access.
02 - Neatly place deli meats and cheeses in separate sections alongside the breads, keeping each variety distinct for guest selection.
03 - Organize vegetables, pickles, and extras in small bowls or directly on the board, creating designated zones for each ingredient.
04 - Spoon spreads and condiments into small serving bowls, providing individual knives or spoons for easy application and hygiene.
05 - Invite guests to build their own sandwiches by layering breads with their preferred meats, cheeses, vegetables, and condiments.
06 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate components until ready to transport and assemble at your destination.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero cooking stress—everything comes together in twenty minutes, which means you actually get to enjoy people instead of being stuck at the stove.
  • Everyone eats exactly what they want, which somehow makes even picky eaters happy and solves the eternal dinner party question of 'what does everyone like?'
  • It scales effortlessly from four friends to a crowd, and looks impressive without requiring actual culinary skill.
02 -
  • Slice avocados no more than thirty minutes before serving, and toss them lightly with a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent browning and add subtle flavor depth.
  • Pat all wet vegetables dry before placing them on the board—even gentle drying makes a shocking difference in bread integrity once everything's assembled.
03 -
  • Buy deli meats and cheese sliced fresh at the counter rather than pre-packaged—they taste noticeably better and the butcher can slice thicker or thinner based on your preference.
  • Set out small bread knives or spreaders for each condiment so people don't accidentally mix flavors, which simultaneously prevents waste and keeps those with strong flavor preferences happy.
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