Easy Vegetable Paninis Recipe

Name: Easy Vegetable Paninis
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 medium portobello mushroom caps, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 8 slices whole grain whole wheat bread; nonstick cooking spray; 8 slices provolone cheese or 8 slices mozzarella cheese; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced, about 1 cup; 1 cup baby spinach leaves; 1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and sliced; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add mushroom slices and cook 6-7 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
2
Spray one side of 4 slices of bread with nonstick cooking spray. Place bread slices, sprayed side down, on work surface. Layer each slice of bread with 1 slice cheese and equal portions of mushrooms, onions, spinach and red peppers. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and top with 1 more slice of cheese. Spray one side of remaining 4 bread slices with cooking spray, then place sprayed side up over fillings.
3
Preheat grill pan over medium heat. Cook sandwiches 3-4 minutes per side or until bread is golden brown and cheese melts, weighing them down with a heavy skillet or pressing down with large spatula. Cut sandwiches in half diagonally to serve.

198

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 medium portobello mushroom caps, cut into 1/4-inch slices, 8 slices whole grain whole wheat bread, nonstick cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Easy Vegetable Paninis falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Easy Vegetable Paninis

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