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Turkey Pesto Panini

A great way to use left over turkey breast, these pesto paninis are fresh and filled with gooey cheese to enjoy.
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Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Course: Sandwiches
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: pesto turkey panini, turkey pesto panini
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 795kcal

Equipment

  • 1 panini press or pan

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bread
  • 4 tablespoons pesto
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 8 slices cheese provolone, mozzarella, or swiss
  • 1 thinly sliced tomato
  • 4 ounces turkey use more or less if you like

Instructions

  • Butter one side of each slice of bread.
  • Place two pieces of bread, butter side down on a plate or cutting board.
  • Layer two slices of cheese, turkey slices, pesto, 1 or 2 slices of tomato, and two slices of cheese onto the bread. Top with the slice of bread, butter side up. Repeat for each sandwich.
  • Heat a pan over medium high heat. Place one or more sandwiches on the pan and press down with the weight.
  • Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until grill lines become clearly defined.
  • Flip and cook the sandwich for 1 to 2 more minutes or until grill lines become clearly defined. Serve hot from the panini pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 2g | Calories: 795kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 968mg | Potassium: 271mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1881IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 738mg | Iron: 3mg
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