18 Best Summer Panini Recipes

Grilled Vegetable Panini

Start your summer with the delightful and colorful Grilled Vegetable Panini, a delicious blend of fresh produce and melty cheese.

Ingredients:

• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow squash, sliced
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 slices ciabatta bread
• 4 slices mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2. Toss the zucchini, bell pepper, squash, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Grill the vegetables until tender and slightly charred, about 5 minutes.
4. Assemble the panini by placing grilled vegetables and mozzarella cheese between slices of ciabatta bread.
5. Grill the sandwich until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Caprese Panini

A refreshing twist on the classic salad, this Caprese Panini brings together juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices ciabatta bread
• 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze
• Olive oil

Cooking method:

1. Brush the ciabatta slices with olive oil.
2. Layer tomato slices, mozzarella, and basil leaves on the bread.
3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, and close the sandwich.
4. Grill over medium heat until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.

Turkey and Brie Panini

Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of the Turkey and Brie Panini, perfect for a gourmet summer lunch.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices sourdough bread
• 8 slices turkey breast
• 4 oz Brie cheese, sliced
• 1 apple, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons honey mustard

Cooking method:

1. Spread honey mustard on each slice of bread.
2. Layer turkey, Brie, and apple slices on the bread.
3. Top with remaining bread slices, and grill until the cheese is gooey and the bread is toasted.

Pesto Chicken Panini

This Pesto Chicken Panini is packed with the fragrant aroma of basil pesto and the satisfying texture of succulent chicken.

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
• 4 tablespoons basil pesto
• 4 slices focaccia bread
• 4 slices provolone cheese
• Arugula leaves

Cooking method:

1. Spread basil pesto on each slice of focaccia.
2. Layer chicken, provolone, and arugula on the bread.
3. Close the sandwich and grill until the cheese melts and the bread is crisp and golden.

Avocado and Bean Panini

For a nutritious and hearty option, try the Avocado and Bean Panini, brimming with flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients:

• 1 can black beans, drained
• 1 avocado, mashed
• 4 slices whole grain bread
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 lime, juiced
• Fresh cilantro

Cooking method:

1. Mix mashed avocado with lime juice.
2. Spread avocado mixture on bread slices.
3. Layer black beans, salsa, and cilantro on the bread.
4. Grill until the bread is toasted and heated through.

Fig and Prosciutto Panini

This gourmet Fig and Prosciutto Panini is a sophisticated blend of sweet, salty, and savory flavors.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices baguette
• 8 slices prosciutto
• 4 fresh figs, sliced
• 4 oz goat cheese
• Honey

Cooking method:

1. Spread goat cheese on each slice of baguette.
2. Layer prosciutto and fig slices on the bread.
3. Drizzle with honey and grill until lightly browned and warm.

Roast Beef and Horseradish Panini

For a robust and spicy kick, try the Roast Beef and Horseradish Panini, a meat-lover's delight.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices rye bread
• 8 slices roast beef
• 4 tablespoons horseradish sauce
• Swiss cheese slices
• Arugula

Cooking method:

1. Spread horseradish sauce on rye bread.
2. Layer roast beef, Swiss cheese, and arugula.
3. Grill until the cheese melts and the bread is crisp.

Spinach and Feta Panini

A Mediterranean-inspired delight, the Spinach and Feta Panini is fresh, tangy, and wholly satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices whole wheat bread
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 roasted red pepper, sliced
• Olive oil

Cooking method:

1. Brush bread with olive oil.
2. Layer spinach, feta, and roasted red pepper.
3. Grill until the bread is golden and the filling is warm.

Mushroom and Swiss Panini

Earthy and savory, the Mushroom and Swiss Panini is a perfect vegetarian option that doesn’t skimp on flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups sliced mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 slices rye bread
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• Thyme

Cooking method:

1. Sauté mushrooms with butter and thyme until golden.
2. Layer mushrooms and Swiss cheese on rye bread.
3. Grill until the cheese is melted and the bread is crisp.

Spicy Italian Panini

Spicy Italian Panini is a fiery and flavorful option that combines cured meats with spicy peppers.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices Italian bread
• 4 slices salami
• 4 slices pepperoni
• 4 slices provolone cheese
• 1/4 cup banana peppers

Cooking method:

1. Layer salami, pepperoni, provolone, and banana peppers on bread.
2. Grill until the cheese is melted and the bread is crisp and golden.