Mediterranean Turkey Panini

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Recipe by Martha Muellenberg, Vermillion, South Dakota

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Oct. 13, 2023

The word panini refers to sandwiches that are pressed and toasted. I make panini for my fellow teachers and friends. For potlucks, make several and cut them into fourths. —Martha Muellenberg, Vermillion, South Dakota


Test Kitchen Tips
  • If you don’t have ciabatta rolls, feel free to use sliced sourdough or baguette.
  • These sandwiches are ideal for brunch and dinner. You can make any kind of panini with ingredients on hand by using a panini press or griddle pan. make sure to use a thicker, heartier bread though.
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    Mediterranean Turkey Panini

    Yield:4 servings
    Prep:15 min
    Cook:10 min

    Ingredients

    • 4 ciabatta rolls, split
    • 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara or spaghetti sauce, divided
    • 1 container (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
    • 1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
    • 2 plum tomatoes, sliced
    • 1 pound sliced deli turkey
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    Directions

    1. Spread each ciabatta bottom with 2 tablespoons marinara sauce. Top with half the cheese; add the artichokes, tomatoes, turkey and remaining cheese. Spread each ciabatta top with 2 tablespoons marinara sauce; place over turkey.
    2. Cook on a panini maker or indoor grill until cheese is melted, 4-5 minutes. Place remaining marinara sauce in a small microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave on high until heated through. Serve with sandwiches.