Last updated on January 22nd, 2024
This panini sandwich recipe is a delicious change from the every day sandwich!
For this recipe, a panini maker isn’t necessary, but if you have one, by all means use it!
Delicious Panini Sandwich Recipe
See, I tend to get really bored with the same few lunch ideas every single week!
So when I was searching for some different and exciting recipes, I found this one for Pesto, Toasted Pine Nut, & Mozzarella Panini Sandwich.
It looked so delicious that I had to make it!
And the fact that it’s Weight Watchers friendly sealed the deal.
No Need For A Panini Press
Again, you don’t have to have a panini press.
So, it’s not absolutely necessary to go out and buy one.
This Panini Sandwich is a Great Weight Watchers Lunch Choice
This recipe makes two sandwiches, one for you and one for a lucky friend!
It weighs in at 10 Weight Watchers Points Plus Value per sandwich.
Some will say that’s a lot of points for one sandwich, but once you try it, you won’t mind using those extra points!
Where To Find Panini Sandwich Ingredients
I found all of the ingredients at my local Weis Grocery store.
Although, sometimes pine nuts are hard to find.
The Recipe Results
I’m so glad that I searched for new Weight Watchers lunch ideas because this panini sandwich turned out amazingly delicious!!
I honestly felt like I had just ordered my lunch from a fancy restaurant!
Not only was it exquisite, but it was also very satisfying and filled me up.
I love the combination of the crunchy, toasted pine nuts, along with the melted mozzarella cheese and the flavorful pesto sauce.
I guess it’s my Italian heritage that’s drawn me so much to this recipe!
So, next time you’re stumped for Weight Watchers lunch ideas, try this recipe out!
You will absolutely not be disappointed!
More Weight Watchers Lunch Ideas
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Pesto, Toasted Pine Nut, & Mozzarella Panini Sandwich Recipe
Pesto, Toasted Pine Nut, & Mozzarella Panini Sandwich Recipe
Equipment
- Panini Press
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp pine nuts
- 2 tbsp prepared pesto
- 4 oz part-skim mozzarella, I used shredded
- 4 slices whole wheat artisan bread
Instructions
- Spray some Pam (non-stick spray) in a skillet and set it on medium heat.
- Toast the pine nuts in the skillet, turning with a spatula, until they turn golden brown.
- Spread the pesto on 2 slices of bread.
- Layer each slice with the mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts on top.
- Top with the remaining slices of bread.
- On the preheated skillet, add more Pam and grill both sides of the sandwich until the cheese has melted and the bread is a golden brown.
Notes
In addition, for some other delicious, healthy recipes right here on our site, click on our below posts:
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