Layered Ontario Peach And Chicken Ciabatta Loaf
Contributed by: News Canada
(NC) - Making a brief appearance from late July to September, Ontario peaches are conquering new culinary territory as a major player in summer salads, salsas, barbecue grills and summer drinks. Their popularity comes from the fresh tree-ripened taste that can only be found in locally grown fruit.
Adding peaches to a sandwich creates a sweet, moist and fat-free layer. In place of layering, mix the ingredients for a salad-style filling. Ciabatta is Italian bread with a soft interior and a crisp, thin crust; its name means "slipper" in Italian, referring to the loaf's shape.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt 125 mL
- 1 tbsp each: chopped fresh mint and basil 15 mL
- 1 tsp granulated sugar 5 mL
- 1 tbsp minced red onion 15 mL
- 1/4 tsp each: salt and pepper 1 mL
- 1 rectangular large Ciabatta loaf 1
- 4 to 6 butter lettuce leaves 4 to 6
- 1 lb grilled chicken, sliced 500 g
- 2 Ontario Peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced 2
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced 1
Directions:
In medium bowl, whisk yogurt, mint, basil, sugar, onion, salt and pepper; cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
Cut loaf lengthwise. Layer lettuce along length of bottom slice; repeat with chicken, peaches and avocado. Spread yogurt mixture on cut side of top slice; place top slice over layered filling. Cut loaf into 4 pieces.
Serving Size: Makes 4 Servings
