Grilled Garden Sandwiches

Elevate your sandwich game with these irresistible Grilled Garden Sandwiches, a colorful medley of fresh, smoky grilled vegetables layered with creamy mozzarella, vibrant spinach, and fragrant pesto, all tucked between slices of crisp, golden whole-grain bread. Perfect for quick lunches or light dinners, this healthy, vegetarian recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, featuring nutrient-packed zucchini, sweet red bell pepper, and tender red onion, all kissed by the grill for an added depth of flavor. Whether you're craving a satisfying meatless meal or looking to showcase peak-season produce, these sandwiches deliver on bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Serve them hot off the grill for a deliciously melty, crunchy bite that's perfect for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 slices Whole-grain sandwich bread
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 cups Spinach leaves
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
• 4 tablespoons Pesto
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin strips and the red onion into thin round slices. Cut the red bell pepper into large flat pieces, discarding seeds and stem.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Brush this mixture onto the zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion slices.

Step 4

Grill the vegetables for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks. Remove them from the heat and set aside.

Step 5

Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto on one side of four slices of bread.

Step 6

Layer the grilled vegetables (zucchini, bell pepper, and onion) evenly on the pesto-coated bread slices. Add a handful of fresh spinach leaves and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the vegetables.

Step 7

Top the sandwiches with the remaining slices of bread.

Step 8

Lightly brush the outer sides of the bread with olive oil to ensure a golden, crispy finish when grilled.

Step 9

Place the sandwiches on the preheated grill pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted.

Step 10

Remove from the pan, slice in half if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy your Grilled Garden Sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1064.1 grams (1064.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1970

Total Fat 96.30g	123%
Saturated Fat 25.30g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g
Cholesterol 89mg	30%
Sodium 5569mg	242%
Total Carbohydrate 207.10g	75%
Dietary Fiber 24.90g	89%
Total Sugars 50.40g
Protein 80.50g	161%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 1481mg	114%
Iron 14mg	80%
Potassium 2081mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.0%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 41.1%