Grilled Italian Panini

Health score
23%
Grilled Italian Panini
10 min.
4
656kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italy with our Grilled Italian Panini, a perfect dish for any meal of the day! This scrumptious sandwich is not only quick to prepare, taking just 10 minutes, but it also serves up to four people, making it an ideal choice for a family lunch or a cozy dinner with friends.

Imagine biting into a warm, crusty loaf of French or Italian bread, filled to the brim with layers of savory salami, creamy provolone cheese, and sweet roasted red bell peppers, all brought together with a rich olive tapenade. The combination of these ingredients creates a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Italy.

Grilling the panini adds a delightful crunch to the exterior while ensuring the cheese melts beautifully, creating a gooey, irresistible filling. Brushing the top with olive oil before grilling enhances the flavor and gives it a golden finish that is simply mouthwatering.

Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch, a hearty main course, or a quick dinner option, this Grilled Italian Panini is sure to impress. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this delicious meal without any guilt. So fire up your grill and treat yourself to a taste of Italy that you won't soon forget!

Ingredients

  • pound bread french italian
  • servings olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup olive tapenade 
  • ounces provolone cheese sliced
  • ounces roasted peppers red drained well
  • ounces genoa salami thinly sliced

Equipment

  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.
  2. Cut a circle 1/2 inch from edge of bread, cutting 2 inches down into loaf but not all the way through.
  3. Remove center of bread loaf and set aside. Arrange salami inside bread loaf; top with peppers, tapenade and cheese.
  4. Place center of bread loaf over filling to fit tightly. Wrap tightly in aluminum foil.
  5. Cover and grill loaf 4 to 6 inches from low heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until cheese is melted.
  6. Brush olive oil over top of loaf.
  7. Cut loaf into 4 wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories656kcal
Protein15.98%
Fat46.46%
Carbs37.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.88
Glycemic Load
45.66
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
24.481304311234%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:656.02kcal
32.8%
Fat:33.99g
52.3%
Saturated Fat:10.77g
67.33%
Carbohydrates:61.85g
20.62%
Net Carbohydrates:58.76g
21.37%
Sugar:5.4g
6%
Cholesterol:41.96mg
13.99%
Sodium:2208.92mg
96.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.3g
52.61%
Vitamin B1:1.09mg
72.44%
Selenium:43.89µg
62.7%
Vitamin B2:0.68mg
40.21%
Folate:150.82µg
37.7%
Vitamin B3:7.37mg
36.85%
Manganese:0.7mg
34.81%
Phosphorus:334.52mg
33.45%
Iron:5.43mg
30.14%
Calcium:297.46mg
29.75%
Vitamin C:23.07mg
27.96%
Zinc:3.38mg
22.5%
Vitamin B12:1.21µg
20.13%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.31%
Vitamin E:2.32mg
15.46%
Copper:0.29mg
14.48%
Magnesium:55.92mg
13.98%
Fiber:3.09g
12.36%
Vitamin A:507.46IU
10.15%
Potassium:351.53mg
10.04%
Vitamin K:9.85µg
9.38%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.33%