Remember that Avocado Salsa I told you about the other day? Well, we had a little leftover that first night. And while avocado doesn’t normally “keep” well, I saved it. It was too good to go to waste and I was already stuffed full of taquitos! I covered it and store it in the fridge until the next morning and then made this “to die for” sandwich. The avocado warmed to a beautiful buttery texture and the spice of the cheese and the salsa offered plenty of kick.
Having a panini grill makes it super easy to whip up hot sandwiches. But, you could always prepare this sandwich like a traditional grilled cheese.
Turkey Avocado Salsa Panini
Juicy tomato and buttery avocado make happy partners with turkey and pepper jack cheese in this deliciously filling panini sandwich.
Servings: 4
Calories: 354kcal
Ingredients
- 1 avocado peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 tomato diced
- 1 lime juiced
- 1/4 bunch fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/2 jalapeno finely chopped
- 8 slices sandwich bread
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 8 slices deli sliced turkey breast
Instructions
- Make the avocado salsa by gently combining the avocado, tomato, lime juice, cilantro, and jalapeno pepper in a small mixing bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Heat the panini grill or griddle. If using a panini grill, place one slice bread on hot surface. Layer cheese, turkey, and several spoonfuls of avocado salsa. Top with second slice of bread. Close grill and cook four minutes. Alternatively, if using a griddle pan, toast sandwich on one side and then flip. Cook until cheese melts.
- Continue until all sandwiches are cooked. Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutritional values are approximate and based on 1 sandwich.
Nutrition
Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 642mg | Potassium: 543mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 564IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 354mg | Iron: 3mg
Jill Peterson says
My favorite grilled sandwich is portobello mushroom, mozzarella cheese and fresh basil…I used to love the panini that they made at Panera bread. They discontinued that panini so now I make my own…can’t wait to try your avocado salsa!! Thanks!
AllieZirkle says
Oh yum! This looks super tasty! I love turkey avo tomato & cheese. We use our griddle for most everything. Yum!
Michele says
I love panini. But I don’t have a panini grill or griddle. Any idea if a George Foreman grill would work?
Jessica says
I think so. But, I don’t have one, so I’m not positive.
sarah k. @ the pajama chef says
i think i might make this for lunch right now!
Kelly Perry says
can’t wait to try this once my new panini grill arrives!
Martha Artyomenko says
That sounds really good! i had one the other day that was amazing with turkey, roasted red peppers, mozzarella and pesto on it. i love grilled sandwiches!