Grilled Cheese Panini with Avocado, Tomato, and Cilantro

A warm panini turns fresh everyday ingredients into a satisfying café-style meal.
It offers steady energy while remaining light but satisfying.
Creamy avocado pairs beautifully with juicy tomatoes and melted cheese.
Fresh cilantro adds a bright herbal flavor that keeps every bite fresh and balanced.
Pressed between crispy golden bread, this colorful sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch or simple dinner.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.

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Grilled Cheese Panini with Avocado, Tomato, and Cilantro

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Make this grilled cheese panini in under 20 minutes with creamy avocado, fresh tomato, and cilantro. A quick, satisfying vegetarian sandwich perfect for lunch or a simple weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 18 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 533

Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 4 slices ciabatta sourdough, or whole-grain bread
• 1 ripe avocado sliced
• 1 medium tomato sliced
• 4 slices mozzarella provolone, or Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or softened butter
• 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste

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Cooking Instructions

 

1. Preheat a panini press or grill pan over medium heat.
2. Arrange the cheese over two slices of bread.
3. Add the sliced tomato and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
4. Layer the avocado slices over the tomatoes.
5. Sprinkle the avocado with lime juice and fresh cilantro.
6. Add another layer of cheese if you prefer an extra-cheesy panini.
7. Top with the remaining bread slices.
8. Lightly brush the outside of the bread with olive oil or softened butter.
9. Grill for 5-8 minutes until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.
10. Let rest for 1 minute, slice in half, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 533kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 20gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 641mgPotassium: 690mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1178IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 306mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a firm but ripe avocado so the slices hold their shape while grilling.
Mozzarella provides a mild creamy flavor, while Monterey Jack melts especially well.
Add jalapeños or pickled red onions for extra flavor.
Serve with tomato soup, a green salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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