Savory Grilled Veggie and Pesto Panini
This grilled veggie and pesto panini is a delicious and easy way to enjoy your favorite vegetables. The bread is toasted to perfection, and the vegetables are cooked until they are tender and slightly browned. The pesto sauce adds a flavorful twist to this classic sandwich. Serve this panini for lunch or dinner, and you will be sure to impress your friends and family.
The grilled veggie and pesto panini is a relatively new sandwich, but it has quickly become a favorite among food lovers. The sandwich was first created in the early 2000s by a chef in New York City. The chef was looking for a way to use up some leftover vegetables, and he decided to grill them and add them to a sandwich. The sandwich was a hit with his friends, and he soon began serving it at his restaurant. The grilled veggie and pesto panini has since become a popular menu item at many restaurants across the country.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 2 slices of rustic bread
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1/2 cup of mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms)
  • 1/4 cup of pesto sauce
  • 2 slices of mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the mixed vegetables and cook until tender and slightly browned.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Spread the pesto sauce on one slice of bread.
  5. Top with the grilled vegetables and mozzarella cheese.
  6. Add the other slice of bread on top.
  7. Butter the top slice of bread.
  8. Place the sandwich in a panini press or a greased skillet and cook until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  9. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The rustic bread provides a sturdy base for the sandwich.
  • The olive oil helps to keep the vegetables from sticking to the pan.
  • The mixed vegetables add flavor and texture to the sandwich.
  • The pesto sauce adds a flavorful twist to the sandwich.
  • The mozzarella cheese melts perfectly and adds a gooey texture to the sandwich.
  • The buttered top slice of bread adds a golden brown crust to the sandwich.
  • The panini press or greased skillet helps to evenly cook the sandwich and melt the cheese.