Description
A vibrant and healthy savory-sweet sandwich featuring molten vegan mozzarella smashed blackberries fresh botanical basil-mint pesto and pine nuts.
Ingredients
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8 slices gluten-free bread.
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200g vegan mozzarella.
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170 g blackberries.
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1/4 cup pine nuts.
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1 cup basil leaves.
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1 tbsp mint leaves.
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1/4 cup olive oil.
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1 tbsp lemon juice.
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1 tsp maple syrup.
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Vegan butter.
Instructions
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Blitz pine nuts olive oil vegan parmesan lemon juice basil and mint until a stable velvet-like emulsion forms.
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Smash blackberries with maple syrup until a professional-grade structural peak is reached.
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Melt vegan mozzarella in a skillet then top with bread and flip for an artisanal finish.
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Layer with fresh pesto and smashed blackberries then top with a second slice of bread.
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Sear in a skillet over medium heat until the bread is golden and the cheese is molten and crispy.
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Serve immediately for a professional-grade social appetizer finish.
Notes
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Smashing the berries until thick is the secret to a professional-grade flavor for this Vegan Blackberry Pesto Grilled Cheese.
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Vegan mozzarella provides a sophisticated and protein-rich foundation while adhering to dietary rules.
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This dish is naturally pork-free and perfect for holiday social gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 mins.
- Cook Time: 15 mins.
- Category: Dinner.
- Method: Blending/Searing.
- Cuisine: American-Inspired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich.
- Calories: ~ 425 kcal.
- Sugar: ~ 8 g.
- Sodium: ~ 580 mg.
- Fat: ~ 22 g.
- Saturated Fat: ~ 6 g.
- Unsaturated Fat: ~ 16 g.
- Trans Fat: ~ 0 g.
- Carbohydrates: ~ 38 g.
- Fiber: ~ 6 g.
- Protein: ~ 12 g.
- Cholesterol: ~ 0 mg.
Keywords: Vegan Blackberry Pesto Grilled Cheese, Vegan Sandwich Recipes, Healthy Dinner Ideas, Blackberry Pesto Recipes, Gluten-Free Sandwiches, New York Recipe.