Zesty Deli-Chop Breakfast Panini with Herbed Avocado Spread

Ingredients

• 4 slices sourdough bread
• 4 slices deli turkey, chopped
• 1 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 slices cheddar cheese, halved
• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

1. 01
   In a small bowl, combine the mashed avocado, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to make the herbed avocado spread. Set aside.
2. 02
   In a medium bowl, combine the chopped deli turkey and red bell pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.
3. 03
   Lay the sourdough bread slices on a clean surface. Spread the herbed avocado mixture evenly on one side of each slice.
4. 04
   Distribute the turkey and bell pepper mixture evenly over two of the avocado-covered bread slices. Top each with halved slices of cheddar cheese.
5. 05
   Top with the remaining avocado-covered bread slices, avocado side down, to form a sandwich.
6. 06
   Heat a panini press or skillet over medium heat and brush with olive oil.
7. 07
   Place the sandwiches in the panini press or skillet. If using a skillet, press down with a heavy pan or spatula.
8. 08
   Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.
9. 09
   Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then slice each sandwich in half. Serve immediately.