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Turkey Pesto and Roasted Red Pepper Panini
Turkey Pesto Panini
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
17 mins
 

A perfect lunch time sandwich or quick dinner meal - make this turkey pesto panini asap 

Course: Lunch, Sandwich
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Servings: 2
Calories: 1248 kcal
Author: Vicky Berman
Ingredients
  • 2 large piece focaccia cut in half (use gluten free bread for gluten free version)
  • 1/4 pound turkey cold cuts
  • 1/4 cup roasted red peppers
  • 1/2 to mato sliced
  • 2-4 tablespoons pesto
  • 2 ounces pepper jack cheese thinly sliced (use vegan cheese for a dairy free version)
Instructions
  1. Spread pesto on each piece of bread. Split up topping between both sandwiches and layer them on top of the bottom bread piece. Top with other bread piece.
  2. Heat grill pan over medium heat and spray with cooking spray. Add sandwiches and place large heavy pan on top (dutch oven is perfect). Cook for several minutes.
  3. Flip over and repeat. Serve hot!
Nutrition Facts
Turkey Pesto Panini
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1248 Calories from Fat 297
% Daily Value*
Fat 33g51%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 44mg15%
Sodium 3338mg145%
Potassium 164mg5%
Carbohydrates 191g64%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 48g96%
Vitamin A 610IU12%
Vitamin C 8.2mg10%
Calcium 249mg25%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.