Ham & Zucchini Panini

Ham & Zucchini Panini: Submitted by: Official Kimkins | Date Added: 22 May 2007

Ingredients:

Serves 2

1 zucchini (courgette)
2 1-oz slices low fat mozzarella
2 oz extra lean ham, sliced very thin
1 tablespoon Kraft Light Done Right Zesty Italian dressing
salt and pepper to taste

Another very simple, but fun recipe. Experiment with your own flavors, always paying attention to calories and carbs!

Trim zucchini ends and carefully cut into 8 lengthwise slices. Brush all sides of zucchini strips with salad dressing. Sprinkle with salt & pepper.

Build the "panini" by placing a half slice of cheese on a zucchini slice, then .5 oz ham (fold), sprinkle a bit more pepper, then another half slice of cheese. Top with zucchini slice. Finish remaining "panini".

This works best with a George Foreman Grill type grill, but any nonstick skillet can work. Carefully place panini on the grill (diagonally gives the most interesting grill marks).

Grill 5-7 minutes, then test for doneness and if cheese has melted. Remove, let sit for 2-3 minutes, cut diagonally and serve. These make ideal appetizers also if cut into bite size pieces.

Calories: 111
Carbs: 5.5 grams
Protein: 14 grams
Fat: 3 grams