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Tomato, Cheese and Pesto Panini

with Rosemary Chips and Baby Leaf Salad
Lily Stevens
Lily StevensUpdated on February 09, 2026
Calories
744 kcal
Protein
19.5g protein
Total
40 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Milk
  • Wheat
  • Barley
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Sulphites
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Rye
  • May contain traces of allergens
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

450 grams

Potatoes

1 sachet(s)

Dried Rosemary

125 grams

Baby Plum Tomatoes

60 grams

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

2 unit(s)

Ciabatta

(Contains: Wheat, Barley, Cereals containing gluten May contain traces of: Cereals containing gluten, Rye)

1 unit(s)

Apple

15 milliliter(s)

Cider Vinegar

(Contains: Sulphites)

32 grams

Fresh Pesto

(Contains: Milk)

12 milliliter(s)

Balsamic Glaze

(Contains: Sulphites)

50 grams

Baby Leaf Mix

Not included in your delivery

1 tsp

Sugar for the Dressing

1 tbsp

Olive Oil for the Dressing

1 tbsp

Mayonnaise

Energy (kJ)3115 kJ
Energy (kcal)744 kcal
Fat29 g
of which saturates9.3 g
Carbohydrate98.7 g
of which sugars15.9 g
Dietary Fibre8 g
Protein19.5 g
Salt2 g
Potassium996.8 mg
Calcium15.8 mg
Iron0.7 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Chopping Board
Baking Tray
Knife
Aluminum Foil
Grater
Medium Bowl
Small Bowl
Large Frying Pan

Instructions

1

Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.

Chop the potatoes lengthways into 1cm slices, then chop into 1cm wide chips (no need to peel).

Pop the chips onto a large baking tray. Drizzle with oil, sprinkle over the dried rosemary, season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat. Spread out in a single layer. TIP: Use two baking trays if necessary. 

When the oven is hot, bake on the top shelf until golden, 25-30 mins. Turn halfway through.

2

Meanwhile, halve the tomatoes and pop them onto a piece of foil, drizzle over some oil, then season with salt and pepper.

Fold the foil, sealing on all sides to create a parcel. Pop onto a large baking tray. Roast on the bottom shelf until softened, 15-20 mins.

3

While everything roasts, grate the cheese. 

Halve the ciabatta.

Quarter, core and thinly slice the apple (no need to peel).

4

In a medium bowl, combine the cider vinegar, sugar and olive oil for the dressing (see pantry for both amounts). Season with salt and pepper.

In a small bowl, mix together the pesto and mayo (see pantry for amount).

When the tomatoes are roasted, carefully drain away any roasting liquid.

5

Spread the pesto mayo over the cut sides of the ciabatta. Layer the tomatoes onto the slices, drizzle over the balsamic glaze and top with the cheese, then sandwich close.

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat. Once hot, add the panini, pressing down with a spatula or heavy-bottomed pan.

Cook, pressing occasionally, until the bread is golden and toasted and the cheese has melted, 3-5 mins per side.

6

Toss the salad and apple through the dressing.

Halve the paninis diagonally and share between your plates. Serve the rosemary chips and salad alongside.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: The panini was delicious, with the balsamic glaze adding an extra special touch to the taste.
  • Ease of prep: Most found it simple to prepare, though some struggled with cooking the panini in the pan.
  • Suggestions: Consider using a sandwich maker for easier panini cooking; choose sweet, flavourful tomatoes for best results.
  • Portions: The chips may be unnecessary; the meal could work well as a lighter lunch option.
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