"BZT" Panini with Mozzarella, Bacon, Grilled Zucchini, and Tomato - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This "BZT" Panini with Mozzarella, Bacon, Grilled Zucchini, and Tomato is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl This panini is giving the BLT a serious run for its money.

Ingredients

6 slices bacon
1/2 large zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4" slices
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
kosher salt
Black pepper
1 medium yellow tomato, thinly sliced
1 medium red tomato, thinly sliced
1 loaf ciabatta, halved lengthwise
8 oz. mozzarella, thinly sliced
2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil

Instructions

In a large skillet, fry bacon over medium-high heat until golden and crispy, 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
On a baking sheet, brush zucchini strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Heat grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill zucchini until tender and slightly charred, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet.
Lay tomato slices on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to soak up liquid.
Place ciabatta halves on a cutting board. Brush insides of loaf with olive oil. Layer bottom half with zucchini strips, bacon, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. Season with salt and pepper. Top with other half ciabatta. Halve loaf and brush outside with olive oil.
Preheat a panini press. (If you don’t have a panini press, cook sandwich in a large skillet over medium-high heat with a heavy pot or pan on top to weigh it down; flip sandwich halfway through to make sure both sides get cooked evenly.) Place half of sandwich in panini grill and cook, pressing down from time to time, until golden and cheese is melty, 6 to 8 minutes.
Repeat with remaining sandwich half, then serve cut into triangles.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Basil.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is "BZT" Panini with Mozzarella, Bacon, Grilled Zucchini, and Tomato good for PCOS?

Yes, this "BZT" Panini with Mozzarella, Bacon, Grilled Zucchini, and Tomato recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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