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Turkey Pesto Panini Melts

Turkey Pesto Panini Melts

Delicious Turkey Pesto Panini Melts made from crispy sourdough, juicy turkey, pesto, and mozzarella, perfect for snacks or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Snacks & Starters
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheesy, easy recipe, panini, Sourdough, Turkey Pesto Panini Melts
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Panini press
  • skillet

Ingredients

For the Sandwich

  • 4 slices Sourdough bread Crispy on the outside and soft inside.
  • 8 oz Cooked turkey breast Use leftover turkey.
  • 4 tbsp Pesto Aromatic herb paste.
  • 4 oz Mozzarella cheese Melts wonderfully.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes Optional but recommended.

For Grilling

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For brushing on the outside.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Spread a generous layer of pesto on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
  • Layer half of the slices with cooked turkey breast, mozzarella cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes if using.
  • Preheat your panini press or heat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Brush the outside of each sandwich lightly with olive oil.
  • Grill the sandwiches on the panini press or in the skillet for about 3-5 minutes on each side.
  • Slice the panini melts in half and serve warm.

Notes

Optional: Add a sprinkle of fresh basil for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 15mg
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