Mediterranean Pressed Picnic Sandwich
- 1 small eggplant, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices
- 1 small zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices
- 1 small yellow squash, cut length-wise into 1/4-inch slices
- 3 Tbs. olive oil, divided
- 1 large loaf ciabatta bread, halved
- 13 cup prepared pesto
- 13 cup prepared tapenade
- 2 jarred roasted red peppers, sliced
- 1 8-oz. pkg. fresh mozzarella, drained and sliced
- 2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
- Heat grill pan or grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush eggplant, zucchini, and yellow squash with 2 Tbs.
- olive oil, and grill 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until charred and softened.
- Transfer to plate.
- Hollow inside of bread to make room for vegetables.
- Spread pesto on one side of bread.
- Spread tapenade on other side of bread.
- Layer eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, roasted red peppers, and mozzarella on one side of bread.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and remaining 1 Tbs.
- olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Press top and bottom of sandwich together, and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
- Place on baking sheet, and weigh down with heavy skillet or two large cans.
- Refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
- Unwrap before slicing and serving.
eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, olive oil, bread, pesto, tapenade, red peppers, fresh mozzarella, balsamic vinegar
Taken from www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/mediterranean-pressed-picnic-sandwich/ (may not work)