Quick Greek Goddess Sourdough Sandwich

This recipe was inspired by the Greek goddess sandwich from Ariana and Katie’s sandwich shop, Something About Her. I love the show, and when Lisa Vanderpump was served a Greek goddess sandwich, I immediately thought it would be fun to recreate it for Riri’s Greek Eats, bringing a little bit of West Hollywood to Canada.

If you don’t watch Vanderpump Rulesyou may be wondering, what’s in this sandwich? Thanks for asking. This sandwich has creamy Boursin, and feta cheese spread on thick, crusty bread. The filling includes slices of Persian cucumbers, pickled red onions, fresh arugula, diced kalamata olives, a sprinkle of dried oregano, and a drizzle of balsamic reduction.

The combination is creamy, salty, sweet, and fresh-tasting! Full disclosure – I’m not sure if this vegetarian sandwich is still on their menu, but it’s delicious so I’m keeping it on here!

Ingredient Notes

Sourdough bread: I think we can all agree that bread can make or break a sandwich, haha. Feel free to use any bread that you love, but I recommend a crusty, thick type of bread for this recipe.

Persian cucumbers: Persian cucumbers (also known as mini or baby cucumbers) are smaller and have more delicate skin than English cucumbers, making them ideal for sandwiches and snacking. Their small, undeveloped seeds make them great additions to sandwiches or salads!

Boursin cheese: I use the Garlic and Fine Herbs Boursin cheese flavourbut other flavours include Rosemary and Black Garlic, Shallot and Chive, and Cracked Black Pepper. Boursin cheese has a soft, creamy, and smooth texture. It’s easily spreadable even with crumbled feta cheese mixed in, so it’s perfect as a base for this Greek goddess sandwich!

Balsamic reduction: Balsamic reduction has a thick, syrupy consistency, making it perfect for drizzling! I love how the sweetness of Nona Pia’s balsamic reduction plays well with the boursin and feta cheeses, arugula, and pickled onions, as well as the saltiness of the kalamata olives. It truly elevates this Greek goddess sandwich!

Pitted kalamata olives: Kalamata olives have a rich, complex, and full-bodied flavour with a smooth and meaty texture.

Arugula: I love the texture of arugula and find that its peppery flavour works so well in this sandwich. It is tender yet slightly crisp, making it a very versatile ingredient in the kitchen. While it’s commonly used in salads, arugula can also be added to wraps, sandwiches, sauces, and pizzas as a topping. If you’re not a fan of arugula, you could substitute spring mix, spinach, or butter lettuce if you wish.

How To Make a Greek Goddess Sandwich: Step By Step

Step 1: Prep the veggies. Wash and thinly slice the Persian cucumbers. Dice the pitted kalamata olives. Mix together the Boursin cheese and crumbled feta cheese in a small bowl.

Step 2: Assemble the sandwich. Lightly toast the pieces of bread. Spread the creamy cheese mixture on each piece of bread. Layer the diced kalamata olives, cucumber slices, pickled red onions and arugula. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and dried oregano. Drizzle with balsamic reduction. Add the second piece of bread on top and cut in half. Enjoy!