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Grilled Zucchini Caprese Panini
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Grilled Zucchini Caprese Panini

They stack high and then once you press them the insides tend to slide a little. But I assure you that these Grilled Zucchini Caprese Panini sandwiches are totally worth all the mess.
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 245kcal
Author Katie

Ingredients

  • 1 large zucchini sliced into 4 pieces
  • Olive Oil Spray
  • 2- 6- inch pieces of french baguette
  • 1 large beef steak tomato sliced into 4 pieces
  • 4 slices of fresh mozzarella
  • 6 basil leaves
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat grill pan to high heat. Then spray zucchini slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the zucchini slices on the grill pan and grill for 5 minutes, flipping half way through. Remove from grill pan.
  • Begin to layer the panini; with the slices of cooked grilled zucchini, fresh mozzarella, basil, and sliced tomatoes.  Repeat the same steps for the second panini. Place in a panini press and cook for 10 minutes on medium-high heat or until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

No panini press? No problem! Try a grill pan for the classic markings.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 434mg | Potassium: 702mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2058IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 327mg | Iron: 1mg