Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash and pat dry all vegetables. Slice zucchini and eggplant into 1/4-inch rounds. Core and slice bell pepper into 1/2-inch strips. Slice red onion into 1/4-inch rings. If mushrooms are large, halve them.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add all the prepared vegetables and toss until evenly coated. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes while you preheat the grill.
Grill the Vegetables
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat or an outdoor grill to medium-high (about 375-400°F / 190-200°C). Lightly oil the grill grates if necessary.
- Working in batches, place the marinated vegetables on the hot grill. Grill for 3-5 minutes per side, or until tender with visible grill marks. Remove grilled vegetables to a plate and set aside.
Assemble the Sandwiches
- Lightly toast the ciabatta rolls on the grill for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly golden and warmed through, if desired. This adds extra texture and flavor.
- On each half of the toasted ciabatta rolls, spread a generous layer of hummus.
- Layer the grilled vegetables evenly onto the bottom halves of the rolls.
- Top with fresh baby spinach or arugula, crumbled feta cheese, sliced Kalamata olives, and thinly sliced cucumber.
- Place the top halves of the ciabatta rolls over the fillings. Serve immediately for the best experience.
Notes
For an extra kick, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vegetable marinade. This Mediterranean Grilled Vegetable Hummus Sandwich is best served fresh but can be packed for lunch; keep components separate until assembly for best results. Leftover grilled vegetables can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Feel free to customize with other Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
