Pear and Arugula Panini
Indulge in the delightful fusion of sweet ripe pears, peppery arugula, and creamy brie cheese, all nestled within crispy ciabatta bread. This Pear and Arugula Panini is not just a quick meal; it’s a culinary experience that elevates any lunch or light dinner. A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds an extra zing, making every bite a flavorful adventure.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ciabatta rolls (200g each)
- 1 medium ripe pear, thinly sliced (150g)
- 2 cups fresh arugula (60g)
- 4 oz brie cheese, sliced (113g)
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your panini press according to the manufacturer's instructions or heat a stovetop grill pan over medium heat.
- Slice the ciabatta rolls in half and layer the bottom halves with brie cheese, followed by pear slices and arugula.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the arugula before placing the top half of the bread on.
- Place the assembled sandwich in the panini press or grill pan; if using a grill pan, press down lightly with a spatula.
- Grill until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Remove from heat, let cool for a minute, slice in half, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 panini (340g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 33mg