grilled zucchini caprese sandwiches

Gulf Breeze, FL
Updated on Jan 30, 2015

Love ciabatta bread!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Grill
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 - zucchini, trimmed and each cut into 6 lengthwise slices
  • 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 - ciabatta rolls, split and toasted
  • 8 large fresh basil leaves
  • 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
  • 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced

How To Make grilled zucchini caprese sandwiches

  • Step 1
    Heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat, or prepare your charcoal grill.
  • Step 2
    Place zucchini in a shallow dish. Add 2 teaspoons oil and garlic; toss to coat.
  • Step 3
    Arrange zucchini in grill pan or on your grill; cook 2 minutes on each side or until grill marks appear.
  • Step 4
    Cut each zucchini piece in half crosswise. Return zucchini to shallow dish. Drizzle with vinegar. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
  • Step 5
    Brush bottom halves of rolls with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil. Top evenly with zucchini, basil, tomatoes, and mozzarella.
  • Step 6
    Brush cut side of roll tops with remaining liquid from shallow dish, and place on sandwiches. Heat the sandwiches in pan or on foil on the grill until warm.

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Keyword: #grill
Keyword: #zucchini
Keyword: #Basil
Keyword: #mozzarella
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Grill
Culture: Southern
Category: Sandwiches

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