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Pesto Panini on a blue plate with a white napkin

Quick and Savory Pesto Panini

This Quick and Savory Pesto Ciabatta Sandwich is easy to make, it will require only 5 ingredients. The result is a Panini packed with summer flavors thanks to the pesto and tomatoes, with peppery notes from the arugula and a gooey mozzarella filling, between 2 layers of delectable ciabatta bread.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: Arugula, Bufala Mozzarella, Ciabatta Bread, Homemade Pesto, Panini Sandwich, Pesto Panini, Sandwich, Tomatoes
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 2
Calories: 386kcal

Ingredients

  • 0.4 pound ciabatta bread
  • 2 tbsp Homemade Pesto
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella
  • 1 cup arugula
  • 4 slices tomato

Instructions

  • Start by cutting the tomatoes in slices with a thickness between ⅛ and ¼ inch.
  • Wash and dry the arugula.
  • Slice the bufala mozzarella.
  • Cut the bread horizontally.
  • Spread the pesto sauce on one half, creating an even layer.
  • Add the mozzarella, the arugula and the tomato slices. Top it with the other half of the ciabatta.
  • Grill your panini in a sandwich presser, for 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Serve it! MANGIA!

Notes

  • You can sub mozzarella with provolone.
  • For all the dietary recommendations check the posts on the last paragraph: A note in diets, variations and serving suggestions.
  • I did not add salt and pepper, as both pesto and cheese are savory. It is your personal preference to add more spices if you like it!

Nutrition

Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Sodium: 252mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1164IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 673mg | Iron: 1mg
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