Red, White & Blue Cheese Panini (aka Turkey Cobb)

Health score
46%
Red, White & Blue Cheese Panini (aka Turkey Cobb)
31 min.
4
832kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your lunch game, the Red, White & Blue Cheese Panini, affectionately known as the Turkey Cobb, is a must-try! This delightful sandwich is not just a meal; it’s a flavorful experience that perfectly marries fresh ingredients with rich, bold flavors. Imagine biting into toasted rosemary olive oil bread, warm and crispy, where each layer reveals a symphony of textures and tastes. Creamy avocado slices complement savory, crispy bacon, while tender turkey breast adds a satisfying heartiness.

The melty Gorgonzola cheese introduces a tangy richness that pairs beautifully with the sundried tomatoes, offering a hint of sweetness that rounds out every bite. Every mouthful provides a delightful contrast of flavors, making it an excellent choice for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re enjoying it on a busy weekday or serving it to friends during a weekend gathering, this panini offers an impressive culinary touch without taking hours to prepare.

With just 31 minutes to create this delicious dish that serves four people, it’s an ideal recipe for those who value both flavor and efficiency. Plus, with a hearty caloric profile that keeps you satisfied, this dish proves that indulgence can coexist with practicality. Get ready to impress your taste buds and those of your loved ones with this scrumptious Turkey Cobb Panini!

Ingredients

  •  avocado thinly sliced
  • slices bacon cooked
  •  oven roasted tomatoes drained
  • ounces gorgonzola cheese 
  • servings mayonnaise to taste
  • servings olive oil for brushing
  • leaves romaine lettuce 
  • slices sourdough bread 
  • 0.5 lb turkey breast sliced

Equipment

  • oven
  • grill

Directions

  1. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on one slice of bread.
  2. Add 3-4 slices of turkey, two slices of bacon, 1/4 of the avocado, 2-3 sundried or oven-roasted tomatoes and 1-2 tablespoons of Gorgonzola cheese. Close the sandwich with a second slice of bread.
  3. Brush a little olive oil on top.Grill the sandwich for 3-4 minutes until the bread is toasted the cheese has softened.
  4. Remove the sandwich from the grill, flip it over and carefully remove the bottom slice of bread.
  5. Add in two slices of romaine lettuce and replace the bottom slice of bread.Turn the sandwich right-side up, slice it in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories832kcal
Protein18.86%
Fat45.25%
Carbs35.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.88
Glycemic Load
52.29
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
41.620869294457%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:831.58kcal
41.58%
Fat:42.46g
65.32%
Saturated Fat:11.57g
72.32%
Carbohydrates:75.75g
25.25%
Net Carbohydrates:67.9g
24.69%
Sugar:8.61g
9.57%
Cholesterol:69.4mg
23.13%
Sodium:1520.14mg
66.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.82g
79.65%
Vitamin A:5222.09IU
104.44%
Selenium:62.44µg
89.2%
Vitamin K:86.2µg
82.09%
Vitamin B3:15.18mg
75.89%
Vitamin B1:1.12mg
74.72%
Folate:291.4µg
72.85%
Vitamin B2:0.9mg
52.79%
Phosphorus:498.01mg
49.8%
Manganese:0.91mg
45.65%
Vitamin B6:0.89mg
44.66%
Iron:6.82mg
37.89%
Fiber:7.85g
31.4%
Potassium:959.56mg
27.42%
Zinc:3.85mg
25.65%
Calcium:255.31mg
25.53%
Vitamin E:3.7mg
24.68%
Magnesium:96.83mg
24.21%
Vitamin B5:2.4mg
24.04%
Copper:0.43mg
21.6%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.7%
Vitamin C:8.83mg
10.71%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.8%