Parm-Crusted Zucchini & Halloumi Sandos
with Pesto, Tomato & Mixed Greens
- Milk
- Wheat
- Soy
Sandwich with a side of salad? Sign us up! Golden panko-Parmesan-crusted zucchini, seared grilling cheese, fresh tomato slices, and balsamic mixed greens are tucked into toasted ciabatta with a swipe of pesto for the ultimate Mediterranean-style sandwich. Serve with the rest of that mixed greens salad to round out the meal.
Ingredients
4 tablespoon
Pesto
(Contains: Milk)
½ cup
Panko Breadcrumbs
(Contains: Wheat)
2 unit
Ciabatta
(Contains: Wheat, Soy)
1 unit
Zucchini
6 ounce
Grilling Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
4 ounce
Mixed Greens
3 tablespoon
Parmesan Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
1 unit
Tomato
5 teaspoon
Balsamic Glaze
Not included in your delivery
teaspoon (tsp)
Salt
1 teaspoon (tsp)
Olive Oil
1 teaspoon (tsp)
Cooking Oil
2 unit
Cooking Spray
teaspoon (tsp)
Black Pepper
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
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Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425 degrees. Wash and dry produce.
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Trim and halve zucchini crosswise; slice lengthwise into ¼-inch planks. Slice grilling cheese in half crosswise (so you end up with two thinner planks; four planks for 4 servings). Thinly slice tomato.
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In a small bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. TIP: If mixture isn’t sticking together, add another drizzle of olive oil.
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Coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and arrange zucchini planks on sheet. Mound panko mixture atop each plank, pressing to adhere. TIP: Take your time to ensure panko mixture is on zucchini, not the tray!
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Roast on top rack until zucchini is tender and panko is golden brown and crispy, 15-18 minutes.
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When zucchini has 8 minutes remaining, heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add grilling cheese and sear until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side.
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In a medium bowl, toss mixed greens with balsamic glaze, salt, and pepper (add a drizzle of olive oil too if you like!).
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Halve and toast ciabattas.
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Spread cut sides of ciabattas with pesto. Fill with a small handful of salad, grilling cheese, zucchini, and tomato.
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Halve sandos and divide between plates. Serve with remaining salad on the side. TIP: Enjoy any extra zucchini and tomato on top of salad!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Sep 2026- Flavor: The combination of pesto, grilling cheese, and balsamic greens worked well together; some found the pesto too salty or the halloumi too rubbery.
- Ease of prep: Assembly is straightforward, though the panko-crusted zucchini adds a few extra steps — worth it for the texture.
- Suggestions: Add the balsamic glaze inside the sandwich for extra flavor; try air-frying the zucchini for a crispier result. Some found the ciabatta too thick — hollowing it out slightly helps everything fit and balances the bread-to-filling ratio.
- Leftovers: One reviewer had enough for a few extra servings and found it kept well — a generous portion for a sandwich meal.
