Stacked grilled bread with turkey, zucchini, cheese, and basil pesto for a tasty, healthy meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick strips
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Proteins & Dairy
04 - 8 slices deli turkey breast (approximately 7 oz)
05 - 4 slices provolone cheese
→ Spreads & Sauces
06 - 4 tablespoons basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
→ Bread
07 - 4 slices sourdough or whole-grain bread
→ Butter
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange zucchini slices on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
03 - Spread 1/2 tablespoon of pesto evenly on each slice of bread.
04 - On each bread slice, layer roasted zucchini, 2 slices of turkey, 1 slice of cheese, and additional pesto if desired. Top with another bread slice, pesto side down.
05 - Lightly butter the outside surfaces of each assembled sandwich.
06 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Grill each stack for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread is golden and cheese has melted.
07 - Remove from heat, allow to rest for 1 minute, slice in half, and serve warm.
