Incredible Grilled Caprese Panini + Pesto
Enjoy a simple and delicious Grilled Caprese Panini with pesto. This sandwich combines fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all grilled to perfection.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon pesto
- 2-3 slices fresh mozzarella
- 2-3 slices ripe tomato
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Spread pesto on the unbuttered side of one slice of bread.
- Layer mozzarella, tomato, and basil on top of the pesto.
- Top with the other slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Heat a skillet or panini press over medium heat.
- Grill the sandwich for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Slice in half and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use your favorite type of bread.
- Adjust the amount of pesto and mozzarella to your preference.
- Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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