Grilled Veggie & Mozzarella Sandwiches
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Grilled Veggie & Mozzarella Sandwiches, a delightful meal that brings together fresh grilled vegetables and gooey mozzarella cheese nestled in a crispy ciabatta roll. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick and easy but also loaded with nutritious ingredients. The combination of colorful veggies and melted cheese creates a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 ciabatta rolls
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 red bell pepper
- ½ red onion
- 8 oz portobello mushrooms
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Wash and slice zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and mushrooms. Place them in a bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss half the marinade with the vegetables and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill vegetables for about 3-4 minutes per side until tender-crisp.
- Brush ciabatta rolls with remaining marinade and grill cut-side down for 1-2 minutes until crisp.
- Layer mozzarella on each roll's bottom half and cover to melt cheese for about 30-45 seconds.
- Add grilled vegetables on top, drizzle with any leftover glaze, sprinkle torn basil leaves, then close the sandwiches.
- Grill sandwiches for an additional minute to meld flavors before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg