Loaded Toast with Mozzarella, Pesto and Roasted Courgette

Ingredients

• 4 ciabatta or focaccia slices
• 2 courgettes
• 250 g fresh mozzarella
• 4 tbsp green pesto
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 150 g cherry tomatoes
• 15 g fresh basil

Method

1. 1

   Preheat a griddle pan or oven grill to high. Slice the courgettes into ribbons, brush with olive oil and griddle for 2–3 minutes per side until charred. Season well.

2. 2

   Toast the ciabatta slices until golden and crisp.

3. 3

   Spread each slice generously with green pesto.

4. 4

   Tear the mozzarella and arrange on top with the griddled courgette and halved cherry tomatoes. Scatter with fresh basil and drizzle with a little olive oil.