Grilled Eggplant Arugula and Mozzarella Panini
Elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Grilled Eggplant, Arugula, and Mozzarella Panini! Perfectly tender eggplant slices are grilled to smoky perfection and layered with fresh peppery arugula, creamy mozzarella, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze, all tucked between buttery, toasted ciabatta rolls. This 25-minute recipe is a flavor-packed vegetarian delight that combines savory, bold, and slightly sweet notes in every bite. Whether prepared on a panini press or a simple skillet, this gourmet sandwich offers a restaurant-quality experience right at home. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or a quick indulgent snack, this panini is best served warm for that melty, golden perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Eggplant
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 cups Arugula
- 4 ounces Fresh mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
- 2 rolls Ciabatta bread
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds, discarding the stem ends.
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium heat.
Grill the eggplant slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and light grill marks appear. Set aside to cool slightly.
Cut each ciabatta roll in half lengthwise and lightly butter the outside of each half.
Layer the bottom half of each ciabatta roll with grilled eggplant slices, fresh arugula, and slices of fresh mozzarella.
Drizzle balsamic glaze over the filling for added flavor.
Place the top half of the ciabatta roll on the fillings and press gently to secure.
Heat a panini press or large skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, place another heavy skillet or pan on top of the panini to press it down.
Cook each panini for 3-5 minutes, flipping once if using a skillet, until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the mozzarella is melted.
Slice each panini in half and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.3 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 140 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 3359 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.6 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.6 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 920 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1540 mg | 33% | |
*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.
