This pesto panini sandwich recipe is a simple twist on a classic grilled cheese, made with fresh tomatoes, melty cheese, and flavorful pesto.
It’s an easy lunch or light dinner you can pull together in minutes using just a few ingredients you may already have on hand.
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This is the grill pan I have and I love it. I don't always use the weighted top as I find it does make the sandwiches really flat, but the grill pan is wonderful. It's non-stick and gives great grill marks on the bread.
Grilled Pesto Panini Sandwiches
Ingredients
- Bread
- Mozzarella Cheese; sliced
- Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
- Basil Pesto
- Tomatoes
- Butter
This is the sun dried tomato pesto we used. It's really good.
Directions
- Place the sliced mozzarella cheese on one side of the bread.
- Spread the sun dried tomato pesto and basil pesto on the other slices of bread.
- Add sliced tomatoes to the sandwiches if desired.
- Spread softened butter on the outside of the sandwiches.
- Place on a hot grill to cook.
Mary Sue Berry says
Do you use both pestos in the same sandwich or separate sandwiches?
Lois says
No, I used them separately on different sandwiches. Thank you so much for visiting! I hope you try the recipe and come back and let me know how you enjoyed it. 🙂
Easy Peasy Life Matters says
This sounds to die for!! Gotta love a good panini 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
Catherine says
Dear Lois, a ham and swiss sandwich is up there as one of my favorites...it brings back great memories of my dad. We would pack a picnic and go fishing and those were always the best days. This pesto panini is just wonderful! I know my daughter would love it too. Just added this to my list! xo, Catherine
Joanne DiPalo says
When I saw your FB update I just had to stop by. I too love grilled cheese sandwiches. Your grilled pesto panini looks and sounds so perfect.