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Grilled Vegetable Sandwiches with Whipped Basil Goat Cheese Spread

Grilled Vegetable Sandwiches with Whipped Basil Goat Cheese Spread are so packed with flavor and are the perfect vegetarian summer dinner!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 283.88kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 red onion cut into quarters
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 2" chunks
  • 2 large zucchinis cut in half and then sliced into long pieces
  • 1 large summer squash cut in half and then sliced into long pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the whipped basil goat cheese spread:

  • 4 ounces goat cheese
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
  • zest from ½ lemon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Good sandwich bread ciabatta, focaccia, sourdough, etc

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix together the onion slices, red bell pepper chunks, zucchini, and summer squash pieces.
  • Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and salt, and toss to combine. Set aside while you make the whipped goat cheese.
  • To make the whipped goat cheese, add the goat cheese, olive oil, basil, lemon zest, and salt in a small food processor and pulse until it is a creamy consistency.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Place the veggies into a grill basket and grill on preheated grill for 15-20 minutes, until they are slightly charred and no longer crunchy.
  • Drizzle olive oil on the inside of the slices of your bread and grill for 1-2 minutes until they are slightly charred and warmed.
  • To assemble, spread the bottom slice of your bread with as much goat cheese as you'd like.
  • Top with veggies and top piece of bread.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • The basil goat cheese spread can be made ahead of time. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until you're ready to use!

Nutrition

Calories: 283.88kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.95g | Protein: 7.81g | Fat: 24.01g | Saturated Fat: 6.68g | Cholesterol: 13.04mg | Sodium: 699.31mg | Potassium: 496.04mg | Fiber: 2.61g | Sugar: 7.41g | Vitamin A: 1597.45IU | Vitamin C: 66.64mg | Calcium: 74.41mg | Iron: 1.42mg