Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Italy with this easy Mozzarella Sandwich Recipe. Featuring fresh tomatoes, vibrant basil pesto, and creamy mozzarella, all nestled between crispy sourdough bread, this sandwich is perfect for lunch or a quick snack. In just 15 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that bursts with flavor. Whether it’s a casual gathering or a solo indulgence, this sandwich brings comfort to your table. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins for an added twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- 1 large tomato (sliced)
- 2 oz roasted red peppers (jarred)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
- 2 tablespoons walnuts
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Make the Pesto: In a food processor, combine basil, garlic, walnuts, and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. Blend while slowly adding olive oil until smooth.
- Prepare the Bread: Spread pesto on each slice of sourdough bread and toast two slices in a panini maker for about 2 minutes.
- Assemble: Layer mozzarella, tomato slices, and roasted red peppers on one slice of toasted bread.
- Toast and Serve: Close the sandwich with another slice of bread, press down in the panini maker for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 10mg