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Vegetarian sandwich panini with spinach leaves, tomatoes and cheese, serve on a black cutting board on a black counter top wit spinach leaves and cherry tomato on the side , top close-up view.
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Vegetarian Panini

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Vegetarian panini with spinach, tomatoes, and melted cheese on toasted bread. An easy café-style sandwich that\'s crispy, cheesy, and ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 659
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices sourdough or ciabatta bread
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 large tomato sliced
  • 4 slices mozzarella provolone, or Swiss cheese
  • 2 tablespoons pesto or mayonnaise optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or softened butter
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Preheat a panini press or grill pan over medium heat.
  2. Spread pesto or mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice, if using.
  3. Layer two slices of bread with cheese.
  4. Add the sliced tomatoes evenly over the cheese.
  5. Top with the fresh spinach leaves.
  6. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Add another layer of cheese and top with the remaining bread slices.
  8. Brush the outside of the bread with olive oil or butter.
  9. Grill in the panini press for 5-7 minutes until the bread is golden and the cheese has melted.
  10. Slice in half and serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 659kcalCarbohydrates: 73gProtein: 29gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 1293mgPotassium: 519mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 4028IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 429mgIron: 7mg

Notes

• Fresh mozzarella creates an extra creamy texture.
• Add roasted red peppers or avocado for additional flavor.
• Whole grain bread works well for extra fiber.
• Serve with tomato soup, salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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