Goat Cheese, Peach and Basil Panini
A simple yet elegant panini made with creamy goat cheese, sweet peaches, and fresh basil (or pesto), pressed until golden and crisp. Perfect for a quick summer lunch or light dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 peaches, halved and pitted
4 ounces soft fresh goat cheese
4 slices Pullman or other soft sandwich bread
Handful of fresh basil leaves (or 4 tablespoons basil pesto)
Olive oil or melted butter, for brushing
Instructions
- Slice the peaches into thin wedges.
- Spread goat cheese evenly over two slices of bread.
- Arrange peach slices over the cheese and top with basil leaves or a layer of basil pesto.
- Place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
- Heat a panini press or grill pan over medium heat.
- Lightly brush the outsides of the bread with olive oil or melted butter.
- Grill the sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is warmed through.
- Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve immediately.
Notes
Best served hot and fresh for maximum crispness.
Pat peaches dry before layering to prevent sogginess.
No panini press? Use a skillet and press with a heavy pan.
Variations: drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze, swap peaches for nectarines or figs, or add prosciutto for a savory touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
