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Grilled Veggie & Mozzarella Sandwiches

Grilled Veggie & Mozzarella Sandwiches

Grilled Veggie & Mozzarella Sandwiches are a flavorful delight with smoky grilled vegetables and melty mozzarella, perfect for any dietary needs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 rolls Ciabatta Crusty exterior and soft interior
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Creamy and rich
  • 1 medium Zucchini Sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 medium Red Onion Sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 2 medium Portobello Mushrooms Sliced into ½-inch pieces
For the Marinade & Glaze
  • 3 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup Maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • tongs

Method
 

Prep Veggies
  1. Wash and slice the zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, and portobello mushrooms into uniform ½-inch pieces.
Marinate
  1. Toss the sliced vegetables with half of your olive oil-balsamic vinegar mixture and let them rest for about 5 minutes.
Make Glaze
  1. Combine the remaining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper in a bowl and whisk until blended.
Grill Veggies
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high at around 400°F. Grill the marinated vegetables for about 3-4 minutes per side.
Toast Bread
  1. Slice ciabatta rolls in half and toast cut-side down on the grill for about 1-2 minutes.
Assemble Sandwiches
  1. Layer the grilled veggies onto the ciabatta rolls, add mozzarella, and if desired, brush with balsamic glaze.
Final Grill
  1. Return the assembled sandwiches to the grill on indirect heat for 1-2 minutes to melt the mozzarella.
Serve Hot
  1. Let the sandwiches rest for a minute before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, always slice vegetables uniformly and don’t overcrowd the grill. Allow grilled veggies to rest before assembling to prevent sogginess.

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