YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Herb-Roasted Vegetable Pesto Panini
Enjoy a medley of herb-roasted vegetables layered between whole wheat bread, enriched with creamy reduced-fat mozzarella, protein-packed chickpeas, and a vibrant basil pesto. The crisp exterior and melty interior combine beautifully with the aromatic roasted vegetables for a satisfying and wholesome meal.
INGREDIENTS
2 slices Whole Wheat Bread (~80g total)
1/2 cup Reduced-Fat Mozzarella, Shredded (56g)
1/2 cup Chickpeas (120g)
1/2 unit Red Bell Pepper (~40g)
1/2 unit Zucchini (~40g)
1/2 unit Eggplant (~40g)
1 tbsp Homemade Basil Pesto (15g)
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Slice the red bell pepper, zucchini, and eggplant into even pieces. Toss them lightly with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 15-20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
Meanwhile, lightly toast the whole wheat bread slices on a pan or in a toaster.
In a small bowl, gently mash the chickpeas with a fork until slightly chunky.
Spread the homemade basil pesto on one side of each toasted bread slice.
Layer the roasted vegetables, mashed chickpeas, and sprinkle the reduced-fat mozzarella over the vegetables.
Assemble the sandwich by placing the toppings between the two slices, ensuring the pesto sides are inward.
Press the panini in a grill pan or panini press for 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts and the sandwich is heated through.
Slice in half and serve warm.