Turkey Pesto Sandwich
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Turkey Pesto Sandwich, where tender turkey meets vibrant basil pesto and fresh vegetables, all embraced by perfectly toasted bread. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, promising a delightful taste that evokes memories of sunny afternoons spent with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces turkey breast, sliced (freshly roasted or deli)
- 1/4 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 medium ripe tomato, sliced
- 1 cup leafy greens (spinach or arugula)
- 4 slices ciabatta or sourdough bread
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by slicing the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Drizzle olive oil on both sides of the bread slices and toast until golden brown.
- Spread a generous layer of pesto on one side of each slice of bread.
- Layer sliced turkey over the pesto, followed by fresh mozzarella.
- Add tomato slices and leafy greens before topping with another slice of toasted bread.
- Return the sandwich to the skillet and grill until both sides are golden brown and cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 75mg