Tuscan Herb Panini – The Healthy Home Cook

Originally published on May 11, 2015.

Are you stuck in a sandwich rut? This roasted turkey sandwich with fresh tomatoes, spinach and a delicious creamy spread is delicious and perfect all year round.

There’s something about a crispy sandwich with fresh ingredients that always seems spot on. This Tuscan herb pearl is no exception. It has layers upon layers of delicious flavor.

Although panini seem difficult to make, they actually don’t require gourmet cooking skills. Take some of your favorite sandwich ingredients and mix them all together for the perfect little package.

What ingredients do I need?

• 2 boneless skinless turkey breasts
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt – divided
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• A dash of oregano
• A dash of salt and pepper
• 1 lemon
• 1 large tomato
• Spinach
• Sliced ​​bread (I used sourdough)

How do I make tuscan herb pearls?

I like to use the freshest ingredients as often as possible when I cook. For this recipe, I purchased a fresh turkey breast from the grocery store and cut it into smaller portions that would be more suitable for a sandwich.

Place the turkey in a large bowl along with ¼ cup olive oil, ⅓ cup Greek yogurt, basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cover and put in the refrigerator for at least two hours (up to a whole night).

This marinade of Italian spices and herbs in olive oil helps the turkey retain its moist and delicious flavor. The longer you let the turkey marinate the better.

Then you can cook the turkey breast on a grill or in a pan for about 5-10 minutes or until it is completely ready.

For the creamy spread, you have the option of using Greek yogurt or mayonnaise as a base. I’ve used both…just depends on what I have in my kitchen at the time. Mix ⅓ cup of Greek yogurt with a dash of oregano, salt, pepper and juice of one lemon. Mix well until all ingredients are completely mixed. Set aside until you’re ready to build your sandwich.

To assemble the sandwich, choose your favorite bread and spread the delicious spread on one slice. Next, place the turkey breast together with fresh cut tomatoes and spinach.

When the George Foreman sandwich press, grill or pan is hot and ready, place the sandwich inside and cook for about 1-2 minutes (If using a pan, turn over and cook for another 1-2 minutes). Once your sandwich is golden brown, carefully remove from the grill.

With simple and delicious ingredients, you can create the most delicious panini in no time. This Tuscan Multi Panini is a delicious and simple sandwich that you won’t be able to get enough of!

Don’t forget to try my Tuscan Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms and Tuscan Bean Salad 3 too!

Tuscan grass pearls

Component

• 2 boneless skinless turkey breasts

• ¼ cup olive oil

• ⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt – divided

• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon dried basil

• A dash of oregano

• A dash of salt and pepper

• 1 lemon

• 1 large tomato

• Desired amount of spinach

• Sliced ​​bread (I used sourdough)

Instructions

1. Slice a turkey breast in half to make smaller pieces that will fit better on a sandwich.
2. Place the turkey in a large bowl along with ¼ cup olive oil, ⅓ cup Greek yogurt, basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cover and put in the refrigerator for at least two hours (up to a whole night).
3. Then you can cook the turkey breast on a grill or in a pan for about 5-10 minutes or until it is completely ready.
4. For the creamy spread, you have the option of using Greek yogurt or mayonnaise as a base. I’ve used both…just depends on what I have in my kitchen at the time. Mix ⅓ cup of Greek yogurt with a dash of oregano, salt, pepper and juice of one lemon. Mix well until all ingredients are completely mixed. Set aside until you’re ready to build your sandwich.
5. To assemble the sandwich, choose your favorite bread and spread the delicious spread on one slice. Next, place the turkey breast together with fresh chopped tomatoes, spinach.
6. When the George Foreman sandwich press, grill or pan is hot and ready, place the sandwich inside and cook for about 1-2 minutes (If using a pan, turn over and cook for another 1-2 minutes).
7. Once your sandwich is golden brown, carefully remove from the grill.