Hot Honey Roasted Veggie Sandwich with Melty Mozzarella Recipe

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Rest Time 5 mins
Total Time 50 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 200  C
Servings: 4
Best Season: Fall, Winter
Description

This Hot Honey Roasted Veggie Sandwich with Melty Mozzarella combines the sweet heat of hot honey with perfectly roasted seasonal vegetables and gooey mozzarella cheese, all layered inside a crusty artisan bread. A wholesome vegetarian option that’s bold in flavor, hearty enough for lunch or dinner, and satisfying in every bite. Perfect for when you crave comfort food with a modern twist.

Ingredients
    For the Roasted Veggies:
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0 tsp 0.5 ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp sea salt
    • For the Hot Honey Drizzle:
  • 4 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp 1–1.5 chili flakes (adjust to spice preference)
  • 0 tsp 0.5 apple cider vinegar (for balance)
    • For the Sandwich Assembly:
  • 1 large ciabatta loaf (or 4 individual sandwich rolls)
  • 250 g fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for brushing bread)
Instructions
    Prepare the Veggies
  1. 1
    Toss the sliced peppers, zucchini, onion, and cherry tomatoes in olive oil, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking tray.
    2. Roast the Veggies
  2. 2
    Preheat oven to 200°C. Roast vegetables for 20–25 minutes until softened, slightly charred at edges, and caramelized for maximum flavor.
    3. Make the Hot Honey
  3. 3
    In a small saucepan, gently warm honey with chili flakes and apple cider vinegar for 2–3 minutes. Keep on very low heat (do not boil). Remove from heat and let it infuse while the veggies roast.
    4. Prepare the Bread
  4. 4
    Slice the ciabatta loaf horizontally (or individual rolls). Brush the cut sides with olive oil. Toast lightly in the oven for 3–5 minutes until crisp but not hard.
    5. Assemble the Sandwich
  5. 5
    Layer roasted veggies generously on the bottom half of the bread. Drizzle with warm hot honey. Place fresh mozzarella slices over the veggies. Add a few basil leaves for freshness.
    6. Melt & Finish
  6. 6
    Return the open-faced sandwich to the oven for 5–7 minutes until the mozzarella is melty and gooey. Remove, place the top half of bread, and press gently.
    7. Rest & Serve
  7. 7
    Let the sandwich rest for 3–5 minutes before slicing into portions. Serve warm with an extra drizzle of hot honey if desired.
Keywords: hot honey sandwich, roasted veggie recipe, mozzarella sandwich, vegetarian comfort food
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