Mozzarella and Avocado Panini
Bell Pepper-Tomato Medley
You Might Substitute
Barilla Creamy Genovese Pesto
Ingredients
- 1 (1-lb) loaf ciabatta bread
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 (6.5-oz) jar rustic basil pesto
- 1 (8-oz) ball fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ½ tsp freshly ground pepper
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 2 avocados, sliced
- 3 cups baby arugula
Instructions
- Cut ciabatta into 6 squares; cut each square in half lengthwise. Brush outsides of each ciabatta piece with oil.
- Spread pesto on cut sides of ciabatta. Assemble sandwiches with cheese, pepper, tomatoes, avocados, and arugula.
- Cook sandwiches, in batches if necessary, in a large grill pan (or panini press) over medium heat, pressing sandwiches down using a heavy skillet, 2 to 3 minutes per side or until toasted.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 2 pints grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 English cucumber, cut into half-moons
- ¼ cup olive oil vinaigrette
Side Dish Instructions
- Toss together ingredients in a large bowl.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | 6 | |
| Calories |
529
|
98
|
627
|
| Fat (g) | 33 | 6 | 39 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 8 | 1 | 9 |
| Protein (g) | 16 | 2 | 18 |
| Carb (g) | 44 | 9 | 53 |
| Fiber (g) | 7 | 2 | 9 |
| Sodium (mg) | 740 | 57 | 797 |
| T. Sugs (g) | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| A. Sugs (g) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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