Grilled Vegetable TRISCUIT “Paninis”
From time constraints to cost, it can feel like there are lots of barriers to getting a nourishing, balanced meal on the table each night. This is especially true for millions of Americans, including children, who lack access to affordable, fruits and veggies in their communities.
Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) is partnering with the TRISCUIT brand to support disadvantaged communities by providing fresh fruits and veggies that can help form the building blocks of balanced, delicious meals and snacks that don’t need to be difficult or expensive to prepare.
We hope you enjoy this Grilled Vegetable TRISCUIT “Paninis” recipe that you and your family can easily make again and again.
GRILLED VEGETABLE TRISCUIT “PANINIS”
Serves 9, 2 “paninis” each. | Prep Time: 30 min.
WHAT YOU NEED
1 small zucchini, cut into 18 slices
36 TRISCUIT Fire Roasted Tomato & Olive Oil Crackers
4 mozzarella cheese slices (2/3 oz. each), cut into 9 pieces each
18 thin roasted red pepper strips (1x1/4 inch)
MAKE IT
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Cook zucchini in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 1 to 2 min. on each side or until tender.
- Place 18 crackers on foil-covered baking sheet. Top with half the cheese, the zucchini, peppers and remaining cheese; cover with remaining crackers.
- Bake 5 to 6 min. or until cheese is melted. Serve warm.
Use a Grill Pan or Cast-Iron Skillet: Heat grill pan or skillet on medium heat. Assemble cracker sandwiches and cook, 6 at a time, 3 to 4 min. on each side or until cheese is melted.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
110 calories, 4g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 5mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate, 2g dietary fiber <1g total sugars includes 0g added sugars, 4g protein
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