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Margherita Panini

08/01/2014 By Tammi 44 Comments

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Sandwiches can get SO boring, as we all know. This Margherita Panini Sandwich is truly amazing and different than the usual lunch.

Margherita Panini Sandwich

Do you always make the same old sandwiches at home? Ya, me too. But, I’m working on changing that. The new school year is coming up and I don’t want to be in a sandwich rut after a few short weeks. Margherita Panini Sandwich

So, I’m expanding my sandwich repertoire now!

When thinking of what kind of sandwich to feature this week – I looked to my favourite pizza. Margherita! I love the combination of tomato, mozza cheese and basil – drooling just thinking of it. Side note, the best slice of Margherita pizza I ever had was in Manhattan. To.die.for!

Margherita-Panini

{ok, back on topic}

Thing is, to expand your own recipe box, you only need to think of your favourites and find a way to alter them to make them new {but not so different and out of the ordinary that you might not make it again}.

In this case, my fave pizza turned sandwich – Margherita Panini!

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This recipe just calls for a few ingredients, I actually only needed to shop for the fresh basil. Please don’t skimp out and use the dried stuff or even leave it out altogether, the fresh basil is key here guys!

Margherita-Panini

Margherita Panini

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Margherita Panini Sandwich recipe, panini bread, mozzarella cheese, fresh tomato, basil leaves, olive oil - lunch idea and great with soup - comfort food!

Ingredients

  • 2 slices bread or panini bread
  • 1-2 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 2 or 3 fresh tomato slices
  • 2 or 3 fresh basil leaves
  • 2-3 tsp . olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat your skillet or panini press on medium heat and drizzle olive oil in pan. When using a press, brush the oil on the plates after it's heated and just before you place the panini on the plates. You could also brush a bit right on the outside pieces bread itself.
  2. Place the bread in the pan or onto the plate and then add the cheese, basil, tomato and then top with last slice of bread.
  3. Cook for about 5 minutes or until your sandwich is browned to preference. If using a pan, flip half-way to cook the other side.
  4. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1 Servings
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 668Total Fat: 43gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 29gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 815mgCarbohydrates: 50gFiber: 3gSugar: 7gProtein: 21g

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Cuisine: American / Category: Sandwiches
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Comments

  1. Robin says

    08/01/2014 at 6:46 am

    I love a good panini & that is seriously one of the best combinations for one I’ve seen in a long time!

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  2. Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says

    08/01/2014 at 9:05 am

    This is amazing. My Mom used to make something similar to this, we loved it.

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  3. Holly says

    08/01/2014 at 10:42 am

    This looks absolutely amazing. I hear you on the sandwich rut. This is a great alternative to the same ol’ sandwich for sure.

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  4. Carlee C says

    08/01/2014 at 11:06 am

    I really like Margherita Pizzas, so I know I would like this. It looks so delicious so I am going to have to try to make it. YUM!

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  5. Chelley says

    08/01/2014 at 11:09 am

    This looks SO good! The perfect sandwich for nights when you want to make something nice, but easy! I grow my own basil and am ALWAYS looking for ways to use it- I will be making these for lunch tomorrow!

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  6. Shelley Zurek says

    08/01/2014 at 12:17 pm

    A Panini is a great way to go..more sandwich less bread. I am going to have to try it with the fresh basil…mmmm.

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  7. Laurie P says

    08/01/2014 at 1:05 pm

    Sure does look tasty! Who doesn’t love a Panini sandwich 🙂

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  8. Jennifer says

    08/01/2014 at 1:12 pm

    I know what I’m making for dinner. That looks so delicious, and it’s a snap to make. Love it.

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  9. Stacey says

    08/01/2014 at 1:34 pm

    I love fresh herbs in recipes and I agree; don’t skip for the dried. Anything with mozza and I’m sold; looks delicious Tammi!

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  10. Jen Temcio @dapperhouse says

    08/01/2014 at 2:00 pm

    Yay! Dinner tonight! My son is loving making Panini sandwiches in the old George Foreman grill! I will go grab the ingredients and have him make this one for me! Thanks.

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  11. kristin says

    08/01/2014 at 2:44 pm

    Oh my! This looks so good! I love the flavor combo, I just have to make one myself this week!!!!

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  12. Elizabeth L says

    08/01/2014 at 3:09 pm

    Mmmm! I am all over this one!

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  13. Felissa (Two Little Cavaliers) says

    08/01/2014 at 3:19 pm

    Looks delicious. What a smart idea to add the basil.

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  14. Jennifer @ Mom Spotted says

    08/01/2014 at 6:32 pm

    That looks really good and would give me an excuse to use some of the basil I’m growing.

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  15. Pam says

    08/01/2014 at 6:37 pm

    Oh gosh, that looks delicious. I love margherita pizza and I love Panini. This is such a perfect combo.

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  16. Tess says

    08/01/2014 at 6:49 pm

    That looks amazing! I just ate supper and I’m still hungry for that Yum!

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  17. Mama to 5 BLessings says

    08/01/2014 at 7:11 pm

    I am picking my mouth off the ground! This looks so good!

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  18. Marina Mikhaylova says

    08/01/2014 at 7:11 pm

    Thank you for the great idea! going to make it as soon as find fresh basil.

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  19. Marina @ Mommy Snippets says

    08/01/2014 at 7:29 pm

    This looks so amazing. I can’t wait to try this recipe!

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  20. tammileetips says

    08/01/2014 at 8:26 pm

    That sandwich looks amazing!!! I love using my panini maker it comes in handy. Love the combination of ingredients!

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  21. Stefani Tolson says

    08/01/2014 at 8:49 pm

    Your sandwich looks delicious! I have been really wanting a panini maker so I can attempt to make my own sandwiches that look like this. YUMMY!

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  22. Ann Bacciaglia says

    08/01/2014 at 9:40 pm

    What a great photo. I am hungry and would love to eat one right now!

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  23. Victoria Ess says

    08/02/2014 at 10:59 am

    This looks so delicious! Thank you for sharing!

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  24. Doris Calvert says

    08/02/2014 at 12:20 pm

    We eat a lot of sanwiches and this looks so good 🙂

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  25. Florence C says

    08/02/2014 at 5:01 pm

    Looks delicious. I love adding basil and olive oil to sandwiches.

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  26. Darlene Schuller says

    08/03/2014 at 8:48 am

    if it would stop raining and I could get to the store this would be lunch!!

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  27. nikki robak says

    08/03/2014 at 11:46 am

    simple to make and great for me no meat in it

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  28. Darwin says

    08/03/2014 at 5:55 pm

    I am a panini addict and that looks really good. Will be giving this a try. Thanks for sharing.

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  29. Debbie W says

    08/04/2014 at 7:29 am

    Mmmm… this is so different from by boring toasted or grilled sandwiches.

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  30. Emily says

    08/04/2014 at 7:43 am

    This is so simple it’s brilliant! Thank you for the inspiration.

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  31. Nicky says

    08/04/2014 at 2:43 pm

    this looks sooooo delicious! i want this for dinner tonight 😉

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  32. kristen visser says

    08/04/2014 at 6:15 pm

    OMG WOW this looks absolutely delicious!!!! i want this RIGHT now. I am definitely getting a panini press so i can do these

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  33. Heidi C. says

    08/04/2014 at 11:03 pm

    I can’t wait to make this with fresh veggies from our garden!

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  34. Leckie @ BabyStuff.Tips says

    08/05/2014 at 3:48 am

    Looks amazing. The best thing I have ever done to get out of a sandwich rut was go through this wikipedia list of sandwiches;
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_sandwiches

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  35. Susan T. says

    08/05/2014 at 9:11 pm

    This looks so delicious and I have basil growing in my window-box that needs to be used! 🙂

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  36. Hannah says

    08/06/2014 at 3:03 pm

    This sounds AMAZING! I’ll have to try this recipe. I like how simple it is in the ingredient department! Thanks for sharing.
    http://familyfocusblog.com

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  37. Shannon Gnocato says

    08/09/2014 at 12:07 am

    I saw this recipe and got inspired to break out my Panini press again.

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  38. Elizabeth Vlug says

    08/09/2014 at 4:45 am

    This came along at the right time! I have basil growing on our deck. And I love paninis. I think they take a regular sandwich to the next level. Thanks so much for sharing. This will be even better when my tomatoes are ripe.

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  39. Carol M (Lushka S) says

    08/10/2014 at 7:49 am

    Looks yummy, will have to try it!

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  40. Shelley N says

    08/11/2014 at 4:16 pm

    looks great. Don’t usually stock mozzarella in but could get a few slices to try this along with the basil from my garden (it the gopher hasn’t eaten it all again)

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  41. BobbiJo Pentney says

    08/30/2014 at 7:27 pm

    This looks so yummy.

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  42. Vesper says

    10/07/2014 at 3:19 pm

    This is one I will have to try, love all the ingredients

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  43. Tammy M says

    11/06/2014 at 5:18 am

    It’s 7 am and I am drooling…drooling. I am definitely trying these!

    Reply

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