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    Home > Sandwich Ideas > Melon and Salami Pressed Sandwich on Rye

    Melon and Salami Pressed Sandwich on Rye

    Published: Jul 6, 2014 · Modified: Oct 15, 2022 by Lea Ann Brown · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Salami Sandiwich on Rye with melon and dijon

    Melon and Salami Pressed Sandwich on Rye. Perfect summer sandwich for your next picnic. A make-ahead sandwich that’s born to travel.

    Melon and Salami Sandwich on rye bread.

    It’s officially the Dog Days of Summer. And if you thought that was a term your grandma made up, it’s really an official July-August astrological event…but why implicate our innocent pups?

    Research tells us that the constellation Orion is often referred to as “The Hunter” and is a prominent constellation visible throughout the world. Nearby is the constellation Canis Major, which is Latin for “greater dog.” According to constellation lore, Canis Major is one of Orion’s hunting dogs. Sirius is part of Canis Major, and with exception to our sun, is the brightest star visible from Earth. Sirius is also called the “dog star” and means “searing.” 

    At this time of year Sirius rises at the same time as the sun and can be visible with the naked eye during daylight hours. Thank you Google.

    To me, “Dog Days” represents the sultry part of Summer, a period promoting lethargy and inactivity.

    A period where we may or may not want to turn on the oven, the stove top or even walk out onto the the searing hot deck to heat up anything.

    So what a fun Summer Chillin’ project to get revenge on the heat and think about foods that are prepared and served cold.

    I chose a sandwich concoction that I’ve had in my database for years. This melon and salami sandwich on rye bread is served right out of the refrigerator.

    Why This Salami Sandwich Works

    The distinctive flavor of rye bread is enhanced by salty salami, sweet melon, robust Gouda, and sweet and nutty Jarlsberg. With a bite of Dijon mustard and a slather of cool sour cream, you’ve got a great sandwich. Something about wrapping the whole thing in plastic wrap and chilling for up to six hours, seems to smoosh the flavors and ingredients into a delightful treat.

    Recipe for Melon and Salami Sandwich on Rye

    I hope you give this Melon and Salami Sandwich a try. And if you do, please come back and let me know how you liked it and give the recipe a star rating.

    Your feedback is valuable to me for developing future recipes. And if you have a favorite salami sandwich recipe, let me know, I’d love to give it a try.

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    Summer Sandwich recipe

    Melon and Salami Sandwich on Rye

    Sweet melon and salty meats makes this a great flavored sandwich.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Main Course Sandwiches
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Chill time: 6 hours
    Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 618kcal
    Author: Lea Ann Brown

    Ingredients

    • 4 slices rye bread and/or pumpernickel bread
    • 2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
    • 2 ounces thinly sliced Jarlsberg cheese
    • 2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
    • 4 slices thin honeydew melon peeled
    • 2 teaspoons light dairy sour cream
    • 2 ounces thinly sliced salami
    • 2 ounces thinly sliced Gouda cheese
    • 2 leaves romaine lettuce ribs removed (optional)
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    Instructions

    • Spread one side of each bread slice lightly with mustard.
    • On two of the bread slices layer the Jarlsberg cheese, prosciutto, and melon on top of mustard.
    • Spread a thin layer of sour cream over melon slices. Add salami, Gouda, and romaine, if desired.
    • Top with remaining two bread slices, mustard side down. Wrap in plastic wrap. Chill for 1 to 6 hours. Makes 2 sandwiches.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 618kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 1691mg | Potassium: 373mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2801IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 457mg | Iron: 3mg
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    Melon and Salami Sandwich on Rye…It’s what’s for a Cool Summer Meal.

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    Comments

    1. Barbara says

      July 13, 2014 at 1:59 pm

      Let me tell you…dog days of summer are August and September in S. Florida! One wants to just sit (or sit in the ocean)…so hot, so humid! People don’t begin to wake up until October or November around here. Your sweet/ salty sandwich would definitely hit the spot at my house. I love melon with prosciutto so this would be a great improvement on that…love the cheese, Lea Ann! Divine looking bread, too.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        July 14, 2014 at 5:39 am

        Thanks Barbara. Around here, we don’t have to deal with humidity, but the altitude makes the heat seem all that more searing. I agree about the melon and prosciutto combo and it works so well in this sandwich.

        Reply
    2. Vickie says

      July 12, 2014 at 8:37 pm

      Great looking sandwich! Interesting to learn about the dog days – we really get our share of them up here since we don’t have air conditioning. No cooking in the house except late at night when things chill down. Praise God we live near the lake. 😉

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        July 14, 2014 at 5:46 am

        I remember being at that lake and it was so hot that we just floated all day on air mattresses. Not complaining. It was beautiful and relaxing.

        Reply
    3. lisaiscooking says

      July 10, 2014 at 2:06 pm

      What a great summer sandwich! I’m definitely not in the mood to spend hours at the stove right now, and sandwich from the fridge sounds perfect.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        July 12, 2014 at 5:41 am

        Thanks Lisa. Always good to hear from you. And yes, I agree about this being a great little Summer Sandwich. And good for picnic food.

        Reply
    4. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

      July 10, 2014 at 1:02 pm

      Now THAT’s a sandwich. I have never ever in a thousand years and I am almost that old too thought of putting melon in a sandwich. I am enchanted with the idea. I am not much of salami eater, but this pushes me to give it a try.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        July 12, 2014 at 5:42 am

        I love a good ol’ sweet and salty combo. Let me know what you think if you try it Carol.

        Reply
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