An open-faced veggie melt sandwich layered with fresh vegetables, melty cheese, and toasted bread—perfect for a quick, wholesome lunch or dinner.
Author:Emma Harper
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Broiling
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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4 slices whole grain or sourdough bread
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2cup mushrooms, sliced
1 tomato, sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
1cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
1/4cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven broiler on high.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper, zucchini, onion, and mushrooms. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until tender. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast lightly under the broiler for 1–2 minutes.
Top each slice with sautéed vegetables, a tomato slice, and shredded cheese. Add feta or goat cheese if using.
Return to the oven and broil for 2–4 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven and serve warm.
Notes
Use your favorite cheese blend for different flavor profiles.
Try adding pesto or hummus as a spread under the veggies.