Savory Grilled Vegetable and Mozzarella Sandwiches
These savory grilled vegetable and mozzarella sandwiches are a delightful combination of fresh veggies and melted cheese, perfect for a quick meal. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures in every bite.
Ingredients
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 1 medium zucchini thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 medium red bell pepper cut into strips
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper cut into strips
- 1 small red onion sliced into rings
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- optional fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and mushrooms.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and grill the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Remove the grilled vegetables from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the sandwiches by layering grilled vegetables and mozzarella between slices of bread.
- Brush the outside of each sandwich with olive oil and grill on medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a minute before cutting each sandwich in half diagonally.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Serve with a side of mixed greens for a complete meal.