Cheese and Tomato Panini
Indulge in the perfect blend of fresh flavors with this irresistible Cheese and Tomato Panini recipe! Made with crusty ciabatta bread, creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy tomato slices, and fragrant basil, this Italian-inspired sandwich is seasoned to perfection with a touch of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Whether pressed to golden perfection on a panini press or cooked in a skillet, this quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal lunch or light dinner. Serve warm and let the gooey, melty cheese and vibrant flavors transport your taste buds to a sunny Mediterranean getaway. Perfect for cheese lovers and panini enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Ciabatta bread
- 125 grams Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium Tomato
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by slicing the ciabatta loaf in half horizontally, then cut each half into two equal pieces to create four slices in total. Set aside the top halves.
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese and the medium tomato into thin slices.
Layer the bottom halves of the ciabatta with slices of mozzarella cheese, followed by tomato slices. Add a few fresh basil leaves on top.
Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over the filled slices.
Cover with the top halves of the ciabatta bread to complete your paninis.
Heat a panini press or a non-stick skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, use a flat spatula to press the paninis down while cooking.
Brush the outside of each panini with olive oil on both sides.
Place the paninis on the press or skillet, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Once done, remove from the heat and let them sit for a minute. Cut each panini in half diagonally if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious cheese and tomato panini!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.6 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.2 g | 111% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 5948 mg | 259% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 288.0 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 80.8 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 659 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 313 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
