Description
A fresh and flavorful sandwich packed with grilled vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, and onions, layered with cheese and flavorful spreads like hummus or pesto. Perfect for a healthy yet satisfying meal any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread
1/4 cup hummus or pesto (optional for extra flavor)
1 small zucchini, sliced into rounds
1 small eggplant, sliced into rounds
1/2 bell pepper, sliced
1/4 red onion, sliced
1/4 cup roasted red pepper strips (optional)
2–3 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese (or your favorite cheese)
Olive oil, for grilling
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium heat.
- Lightly brush the zucchini, eggplant, bell pepper, and onion with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the vegetables for about 3-5 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
- While the vegetables are grilling, spread hummus or pesto (if using) on one side of each slice of bread.
- Once the vegetables are done, layer them on one slice of bread, followed by a few slices of cheese.
- Top with the second slice of bread, spread side down.
- Heat the sandwich in a grill pan over medium heat. Grill the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down slightly to ensure the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the pan, cut the sandwich in half, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Cheese Variations: Swap provolone or mozzarella for goat cheese, feta, or cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- Vegan Option: Use vegan cheese or skip the cheese entirely and add more hummus or avocado for creaminess.
- Add Protein: Add grilled tofu, tempeh, or even a hard-boiled egg for extra protein.
- Spicy Version: Add a few slices of jalapeño or a drizzle of sriracha for some heat.
- Herbaceous Twist: Add fresh basil, arugula, or spinach for an extra burst of fresh flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg