Grilled Zucchini, Goat Cheese & Pesto Panini

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   For the pesto: Combine sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, basil, avocado, olive oil and salt and pepper in a food processor and pulse until combined.

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   Set aside.

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   For the panini: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium high.

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   Spray with cooking spray and layer zucchini slices on.

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   Grill for 3-4 minutes per side depending how thick the slices are.

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   You want them cooked through with grill marks but still retaining a slight bite to them.

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   Remove zucchini from grill and set aside.

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   Spread goat cheese on two of the slices of breadone piece of bread for each sandwich.

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   Spread pesto on the other piece of bread for each sandwich.

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    Layer zucchini and tomatoes on top of one slice of bread and cover with the remaining slice (pesto or cheese side in).

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    Place sandwiches on a heated panini press and cook/press for about 5 minutes until goat cheese starts to melt.

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    While panini cooks, heat a small sauce pan with balsamic vinegar to medium.

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    Simmer and cook until reduced and vinegar becomes thick and syrup-like.

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    It should just start sticking to a spoon when ready.

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    Remove panini from press and drizzle balsamic reduction on top or use it as a dip in a small side bowl.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.