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spicy focaccia sandwich

Spicy Focaccia Sandwich

Written by: Zoe Tigner

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Time to read 1 min

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Spicy Focaccia Sandwich


Roasted chickpeas and cherry tomatoes are gently roasted into a garlicky, herb-scented filling, then swirled with the smoky warmth of Med Cuisine Organic Chilli Tahini. Piled into soft focaccia with salty feta, sharp pickled onions and peppery rocket, it is hearty, bright and satisfying lunch.


⏰ Prep 10 Min 🔥 Cook 25 Min Serves 2 Vegetarian

The Recipe

Spicy Chickpea Focaccia

Ingredients

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1 tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed

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150g cherry tomatoes, halved

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Olive oil, for roasting

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3 sprigs thyme

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1 sprig rosemary

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2 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced

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Maldon salt and cracked black pepper, to taste

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Juice of 1/2 lemon

To Assemble

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Greek yoghurt, optional, to loosen

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Freshly baked focaccia, or bread of choice

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Crumbled feta

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Pickled red onions

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Fresh rocket

Method

1

Preheat. Heat the oven to 180°C and line a roasting tray with baking paper.

2

Season. Add the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, thyme, rosemary and sliced garlic to the tray. Drizzle generously with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then toss until evenly coated.

3

Roast. Cook for 25–30 minutes, stirring once, until the tomatoes have softened and started to break down and the chickpeas are lightly golden.

4

Finish. Remove and discard the herb sprigs. Let the tray stand for 2 minutes, then stir through the Organic Chilli Tahini and lemon juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding a spoonful of Greek yoghurt if you prefer a looser, creamier filling.

5

Assemble. Slice open the focaccia and spoon the warm chickpea mixture over the bottom half. Top with crumbled feta, pickled red onions and fresh rocket.

6

Serve. Close the sandwich, press gently and serve while the filling is still warm.

🌿 Med Cuisine Tip: Stir the tahini into the filling off the heat after the tray has rested for a minute or two. This keeps it creamy rather than tight, while the collapsed tomatoes provide enough moisture to coat the chickpeas.

Made with One Med Cuisine Staple


Organic Chilli Tahini turns the roasted chickpeas and tomatoes into a creamy filling with nutty depth, gentle chilli warmth and a smoky paprika finish.

Med Cuisine Organic Chilli Tahini 200g

The Heat

Organic Chilli Tahini – 200g

Made with 98% roasted organic sesame seeds, hot red chilli and sweet paprika, it brings creamy texture and a balanced smoky kick to sandwiches, dips and warm vegetables.

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