GRILLED TURKEY ASPARAGUS PESTO PANINIS

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These are fast, yet tasty sandwiches and are best on the grill! The oatmeal bread really gives these paninis great flavor, but you could use another type of hearty bread as well. My husband and I love them in the summer when the asparagus and basil are in season. Serve with a side of coleslaw for a satisfying crunchy side dish.

Provided by bjean

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Turkey

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chopped fresh basil
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves
coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup pine nuts
8 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed, or more to taste
2 tablespoons butter, softened
4 slices soft oatmeal bread (such as Pepperidge Farm®)
4 slices provolone cheese
¼ pound sliced deli turkey meat

Steps:

  • Blend basil, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender until smooth, scraping down sides as needed. Add pine nuts and pulse just until pine nuts are chopped, but still visible.
  • Preheat grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook asparagus on the preheated grill directly on the grate or on a grill pan until tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Spread 1 1/2 teaspoons butter onto 1 side of each bread slice. Spread desired amount of pesto onto the opposite side of each bread slice. Layer provolone cheese and turkey on the pesto-side of 2 bread slices; top with a second bread slice, pesto-side down.
  • Place sandwiches directly on the grill and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, about 6 minutes per side. Remove from grill and cut each sandwich in half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 960.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 110.2 mg, Fat 72.7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 43.1 g, SaturatedFat 26.6 g, Sodium 1877.6 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Kiyomi Truby
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These grilled turkey asparagus pesto paninis are so good! I love that they're made with fresh ingredients and the pesto is so flavorful. I'll definitely be making these again.


Happiness Ncube
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These paninis were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll grill the turkey and asparagus separately next time.


Jamal Robert
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The paninis were delicious and the pesto was actually really good. I'll definitely be making these again.


Greg Nelson
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These grilled turkey asparagus pesto paninis are the perfect quick and easy meal! They're packed with flavor and the pesto is to die for. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


Ujala U
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I followed the recipe exactly and the paninis turned out great! I love the combination of flavors. I'll definitely be making these again.


Sapumal Bandara
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Meh.


Kailyn Hildenbrand
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These paninis were amazing! The pesto was so flavorful and the turkey and asparagus were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making these again and again.


Jana maged
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I tried this recipe and it was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll add some extra mayonnaise or avocado next time.


Crystal Victory
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These grilled turkey asparagus pesto paninis were easy to make and so tasty! I used a store-bought pesto, but it still turned out great. I'll definitely be making these again.


Victoria Sealy
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I made these paninis for lunch today and they were delicious! The turkey and asparagus were cooked perfectly, and the pesto added a nice touch of flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.


Sabbir Khan
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These grilled turkey asparagus pesto paninis were a hit! I love that they're made with all fresh ingredients, and the pesto is so flavorful. I'll definitely be making these again.