GRILLED OPEN-FACED VEGETABLE, PESTO, AND MOZZARELLA SANDWICHES

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Categories     Sandwich     Vegetable     Vegetarian     Lunch     Mozzarella     Basil     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 red bell pepper, quartered
1 yellow bell pepper, quartered
3 small eggplants (about 1/2-pound total), sliced diagonally 1/4inch thick
olive oil for brushing vegetables and bread
1 14-inch-long loaf Italian bread, halved horizontally with serrated knife
1/2 cup pesto
1 cup diced mozzarella cheese (about 1/4 pound)
3 tablespoons finely shredded fresh basil leaves for garnish
For the pesto:
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons pine nuts or chopped walnuts, toasted lightly and cooled
1 large garlic clove, chopped
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 olive oil

Steps:

  • To make the sandwich:
  • Prepare grill.
  • Lightly brush bell peppers and eggplants with oil and grill on an oiled rack set about 4 inches over glowing coals about 4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Cut peppers into strips.
  • Lightly brush cut sides of bread with oil and grill, cut sides down, about 2 minutes, or until golden. Spread each piece of bread with 4 tablespoons pesto and divide peppers, eggplants, and mozzarella between them. Grill sandwiches, covered, just until cheese is melted. (Alternatively, vegetables and assembled sandwiches may be broiled.) Sprinkle each sandwich with basil and cut in half.
  • To make the pesto:
  • In a blender or small food processor blend together all ingredients with salt and pepper to taste until smooth. Pesto keeps, covered and chilled, up to 1 week. Makes about 2/3 cup.

Soban Rana
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These sandwiches were a bit too expensive to make. I think I would have preferred a recipe that used less expensive ingredients.


atribu Jerico
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy vegetarian sandwich.


Renee Mccallumm
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I made these sandwiches for my kids, and they loved them! They were a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Tuhin Criminal 1
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These sandwiches were perfect for a quick and easy lunch. They were also very healthy and filling.


ANALYN LUMANTA
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I thought the pesto was a bit too strong in these sandwiches. I think I would have preferred a milder pesto.


Ayob Kamal
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I loved the grilled vegetables in these sandwiches. They were so flavorful and juicy.


Md Shahadat Hossain
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These sandwiches were a bit dry for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if I had added more pesto or mozzarella.


Khem Gharti
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I followed the recipe exactly, and my sandwiches turned out perfectly. They were delicious and very easy to make.


Usama Javaid
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These sandwiches were a bit too complicated for my taste. I think I would have preferred a simpler recipe.


Dada Dada
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I made these sandwiches for lunch today, and they were perfect! They were easy to make, and they tasted great. I will definitely be making them again.


Meiha Waghailla
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These sandwiches were delicious! I made them for a party, and they were a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Isaac Omongoisi
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning. I also would have preferred a different type of bread, maybe a ciabatta or a sourdough.


Able Melusi
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These sandwiches were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if I had grilled the vegetables instead of frying them.


Haseeb
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I wasn't sure how I would like these sandwiches, but I was pleasantly surprised. The vegetables were grilled perfectly, and the pesto and mozzarella added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Aliraza King
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These sandwiches were delicious! I used a variety of vegetables, including zucchini, bell peppers, and mushrooms. The pesto was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Zaw Win
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I loved the simplicity of this recipe. It was easy to follow, and the sandwiches turned out great. I especially liked the addition of the pesto, which added a lot of flavor.


Suzette Bennett
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These grilled sandwiches were a hit with my family! The combination of vegetables, pesto, and mozzarella was delicious, and the bread was perfectly toasted. I'll definitely be making these again.