Mediterranean Pressed Picnic Sandwich Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Pressed Picnic Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small eggplant, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices; 1 small zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices; 1 small yellow squash, cut length-wise into 1/4-inch slices; 3 Tbs. olive oil, divided; 1 large loaf ciabatta bread, halved; ⅓ cup prepared pesto; ⅓ cup prepared tapenade; 2 jarred roasted red peppers, sliced; 1 8-oz. pkg. fresh mozzarella, drained and sliced; 2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar

Servings: persons

1 small eggplant, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices
1 small zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices
1 small yellow squash, cut length-wise into 1/4-inch slices
3 Tbs. olive oil, divided
1 large loaf ciabatta bread, halved
⅓ cup prepared pesto
⅓ cup prepared tapenade
2 jarred roasted red peppers, sliced
1 8-oz. pkg. fresh mozzarella, drained and sliced
2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar

1
Heat grill pan or grill to medium-high heat.
2
Brush eggplant, zucchini, and yellow squash with 2 Tbs.
3
olive oil, and grill 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until charred and softened.
4
Transfer to plate.
5
Hollow inside of bread to make room for vegetables.
6
Spread pesto on one side of bread.
7
Spread tapenade on other side of bread.
8
Layer eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, roasted red peppers, and mozzarella on one side of bread.
9
Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and remaining 1 Tbs.
10
olive oil.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Press top and bottom of sandwich together, and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
13
Place on baking sheet, and weigh down with heavy skillet or two large cans.
14
Refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
15
Unwrap before slicing and serving.

764

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small eggplant, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices, 1 small zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices, 1 small yellow squash, cut length-wise into 1/4-inch slices, 3 Tbs. olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Pressed Picnic Sandwich falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mediterranean Pressed Picnic Sandwich

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