Grilled Italian Panini With Zucchini, Summer Squash & Basil Recipe
These grilled vegetable panini sandwiches are a delightful combination of colorful veggies, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil. Perfectly grilled zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell peppers are nestled between whole wheat ciabatta rolls, creating a satisfying and flavorful meal. The addition of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and tomato sauce infuses each bite with a harmonious blend of savory and tangy flavors. Enjoy the crispy exterior and gooey melted cheese in every mouthwatering bite of this delicious panini.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 medium yellow squash
- 2 red bell peppers, quartered
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 4 whole wheat ciabatta rolls, cut in half crosswise
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce (your favorite kind)
- 4 oz. fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
- 8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat.
- Cut the zucchini and yellow squash in half crosswise, then cut each into ¼-inch lengthwise slices.
- In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, yellow squash and red bell pepper with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper.
- Place the vegetables on the grill and cook until tender, about 2 minutes for side for the zucchini and squash, and 3 minutes per side for the red bell pepper.
- Preheat a panini press.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of the tomoato sauce on each cut side of the ciabatta rolls.
- Divide the zucchini, yellow squash and red bell pepper pieces evenly between the 4 rolls. Top with fresh mozzarella and basil, and close the sandwiches.
- Place the sandwiches on the panini press (this may need to be done in two batches). Alternatively, you can lay a heavy pan or foil-covered brick on the sandwiches, on the grill.
- Grill until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted. Cut the sandwiches in half and serve.
Yield
Makes 4 sandwiches
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Sandwich
- Calories: 275.7 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 9.3 g
- Protein Content: 10.6 g
- Fat Content: 10 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.5 g
- Cholesterol Content: 20 mg
- Sodium Content: 613.2 mg
- Fiber Content: 3.7 g
- Sugar Content: 3 g
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