Grilled Veggie Delight: The Ultimate Picnic Pleaser Sandwich Recipe

Perfect Picnic Sandwich 🥪

Overview:

Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 161.2 per serving
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Vegetable, European, < 60 Mins, Oven

Description:

This Perfect Picnic Sandwich lives up to its name, offering a delightful departure from the mundane with minimal cleanup—just one baking tray! 🌟 Perfect for a refreshing change, it can be prepared ahead of time and frozen for later use. Say goodbye to boring lunches and hello to this burst of flavor! 🎉

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: 🌡️ Set your oven to ‘grill’ mode.

2. Prepare the Marrows:

   • Slice the vegetable marrows and lay them evenly on a baking tray.

3. Season and Grill:

   • Sprinkle the marrows with dried thyme, drizzle with olive oil, and season generously with fresh ground black pepper.
   • Grill them for about 5 minutes until they start to get a light brown color.

4. Turn and Continue Grilling:

   • Using a spatula, gently stir and turn the marrows in the tray.
   • Grill for an additional 5 minutes on each side until they are just tender. Be careful not to overcook; they should maintain a slight crispness.

5. Cool and Prepare Aubergine:

   • Once the marrows are done, transfer them to a plate to cool.
   • In the same baking tray, place the sliced aubergines.
   • Sprinkle with thyme, pepper, and drizzle with olive oil.
   • Grill, turning once, until tender and lightly browned.
   • Remove from the oven and allow to cool.

6. Char the Peppers:

   • Place the peppers on the same tray.
   • Season with pepper, thyme, and olive oil.
   • Grill until slightly charred but still vibrant red.
   • Remove from the oven and let cool.

7. Assemble the Sandwich:

   • Butter a slice of bread as the base.
   • Layer with the grilled marrows, aubergines, peppers, and mild cheese slices.
   • Top with another slice of bread.

8. Serve or Freeze for Later:

   • This sandwich can be enjoyed immediately.
   • If making ahead, assemble, pack, and freeze.
   • When ready to enjoy, simply take it out in the morning, and it will be perfectly fresh and ready in an hour or two.

Notes:

• Customizable: 🌿 Adjust the ingredients to your liking and the size of the vegetables. The beauty of this recipe lies in its flexibility!
• Freezing Tip: ❄️ To freeze, wrap each sandwich individually in plastic wrap or foil before placing in a freezer bag.
• Variations: 🎨 Get creative with different types of cheese or additional herbs for a personalized touch.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 161.2
• Fat: 1.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.4g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 342.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4.8g
  • Sugar: 5.3g
• Protein: 5g

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

🥒 Vibrant Flavors: The combination of grilled marrows, aubergines, and peppers creates a burst of freshness in every bite.
🌯 Easy Prep: With simple steps and minimal cleanup, this recipe is perfect for busy days.
❄️ Make Ahead: Prepare in advance and have a delicious sandwich ready whenever hunger strikes.
🧀 Versatile: Mix and match ingredients to suit your preferences for a truly customized meal.

This Perfect Picnic Sandwich is sure to become a favorite for lunches, picnics, or anytime you crave a tasty and satisfying meal. Enjoy! 🥪✨