Italian Steaks & Panzanella with Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Pesto

Italian Steaks & Panzanella

with Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Pesto

40 MIN
4 Servings
Wellness at Blue Apron
Find recipes that suit your lifestyle with our new nutritionist-approved dietary tags.
Vegetarian
These recipes don’t contain meat, poultry, fish, or seafood.* They’re made with fruits and vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. *Select artisanal cheeses may contain animal-derived rennet.
Carb Conscious
These meals have 48g or less of net carbs (total carbs minus dietary fiber) per serving. They replace refined carbohydrates from sources like white flour, rice, and cane sugar with high-fiber foods like fresh vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.
600 Calories Or Less
Coming in at 600 calories or less per serving, these recipes are ideal for those choosing to monitor their caloric intake without sacrificing flavor. The US Food & Drug Administration uses 2000 calorie daily intake for general advice. The 600 calorie cap equates to 30% of the total 2000 calories per day based on 3 meals per day with 200 calories remaining for snack or beverage.
Wellness Grain
These recipes feature grains such as barley, quinoa, farro, orzo, couscous and more, handpicked by our Culinary team in collaboration with our Registered Dietitian.
Pescatarian
These recipes feature a wide array of nutritious seafood options like salmon, cod, tilapia, crab, and shrimp. While these dishes never contain meat, pork or poultry, they may contain animal derived ingredients such as milk, butter, cheese and/or honey.
To view a recipe's full nutrition information, head to your Upcoming page at blueapron.com, click on a specific recipe, then head to the Nutrition tab and select 'View Full Nutrition.' Nutrition Facts Panels are available up to 1.5 weeks in advance

Available Options

  • with Bistro Steaks
    includes four 5.5-oz No Added Hormones, Pasture-Raised Bistro Steaks
  • with Bistro Steaks
    includes two 5.5-oz No Added Hormones, Pasture-Raised Bistro Steaks View recipe
    • with Bistro Steaks

    From the Test Kitchen

    To make this easy version of panzanella (or Italian bread salad), you’ll make your own golden brown croutons to toss with fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, sweet peppers, and basil pesto.
    CLICK FOR RECIPE CARD

    Get Plans
    • Nutrition
      PER SERVING
    • Calories
      740 Cals (est.)
    View Full Nutrition
    Nutrition Label
    Download

    Please note nutritional information, including ingredients and allergens, may differ from above based on your location. Location-specific nutritional information is available for viewing upon subscribing, or by logging in if you are already a subscriber.

    fresh
    ingredients
    Italian Steaks & Panzanella with Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Pesto
    Title
    • 4 Steaks
    • 2 Sandwich Rolls
    • 4 Persian Cucumbers
    • ½ lb Grape Tomatoes
    • 4 oz Sweet Peppers
    • ⅓ cup Basil Pesto
    • ½ lb Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
    • 2 Tbsps Red Wine Vinegar
    • 1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning (Whole Dried Basil, Sage, Oregano, Savory, Rosemary, Thyme & Marjoram)
    step-by-step
    instructions
    Cook Along Triangle Created with Sketch.
    Prepare the ingredients
    1 Prepare the ingredients

    Wash and dry the fresh produce. Large dice the rolls. Medium dice the cheese. Halve the tomatoes. Cut off and discard the stems of the peppers; remove the cores, then thinly slice into rings. Quarter the cucumbers lengthwise; cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces. In a large bowl, combine the diced cheese, halved tomatoes, sliced peppers, and cucumber pieces. Add the vinegar and 2 tablespoons of olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.

    Make the croutons & start the panzanella
    2 Make the croutons & start the panzanella

    In a large pan (nonstick,  if you have one), heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil on medium until hot. Add the diced rolls; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, 10 to 12 minutes, or until browned and toasted. Transfer to the bowl of seasoned cheese and vegetables. Wipe out the pan.

    Cook the steaks
    3 Cook the steaks

    Pat the steaks dry with paper towels; season on all sides with salt, pepper, and enough of the Italian seasoning to coat (you may have extra). In the same pan, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the seasoned steaks. Cook, turning occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes for medium-rare, or until browned and cooked to your desired degree of doneness.* Transfer to a cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes. 

    *An instant-read thermometer should register 145°F for steak.

    Finish the panzanella & serve your dish
    4 Finish the panzanella & serve your dish

    Meanwhile, add the pesto to the bowl of prepared cheese, vegetables, and croutons. Toss to thoroughly coat. Taste, then season with salt and pepper if desired. Find the lines of muscle (or grain) on the rested steaks; slice crosswise against  the grain. Serve the sliced steaks with the finished panzanella on the side. Enjoy! 

    Tips from Home Chefs

    Get Plans

    Italian Steaks & Panzanella

    Prepare the ingredients
    1 Prepare the ingredients

    Wash and dry the fresh produce. Large dice the rolls. Medium dice the cheese. Halve the tomatoes. Cut off and discard the stems of the peppers; remove the cores, then thinly slice into rings. Quarter the cucumbers lengthwise; cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces. In a large bowl, combine the diced cheese, halved tomatoes, sliced peppers, and cucumber pieces. Add the vinegar and 2 tablespoons of olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.

    2 Make the croutons & start the panzanella

    In a large pan (nonstick,  if you have one), heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil on medium until hot. Add the diced rolls; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, 10 to 12 minutes, or until browned and toasted. Transfer to the bowl of seasoned cheese and vegetables. Wipe out the pan.

    Make the croutons & start the panzanella
    Cook the steaks
    3 Cook the steaks

    Pat the steaks dry with paper towels; season on all sides with salt, pepper, and enough of the Italian seasoning to coat (you may have extra). In the same pan, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the seasoned steaks. Cook, turning occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes for medium-rare, or until browned and cooked to your desired degree of doneness.* Transfer to a cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes. 

    *An instant-read thermometer should register 145°F for steak.

    4 Finish the panzanella & serve your dish

    Meanwhile, add the pesto to the bowl of prepared cheese, vegetables, and croutons. Toss to thoroughly coat. Taste, then season with salt and pepper if desired. Find the lines of muscle (or grain) on the rested steaks; slice crosswise against  the grain. Serve the sliced steaks with the finished panzanella on the side. Enjoy! 

    Finish the panzanella & serve your dish
    Browse Steps
    1 of 4