Smashed White Bean, Avocado and Bacon Panini Recipe

Name: Smashed White Bean, Avocado and Bacon Panini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can (14 to 19 oz/398 to 540 ml) white kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 2 tbsp (25 ml) olive oil, divided; Pinch salt; Pinch freshly ground black pepper; Pinch garlic powder; 2 ciabatta rolls, split; 6 thin slices cucumber; 4 slices bacon, cooked crisp; 4 thin slices red onion; 1 avocado, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

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Preheat panini grill to high.
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In a bowl, combine beans, 1 tbsp (15 ml) of the oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
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Using a potato masher or a fork, mash the bean mixture.
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Set aside.
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Place rolls, cut side down, on a work surface and brush crusts with the remaining oil.
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Turn rolls over and spread bean mixture over bottom halves.
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Evenly layer with cucumber, bacon, onion and avocado.
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Cover with top halves and press gently to pack.
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Place sandwiches in grill, close the top plate and cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
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Serve immediately.
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Variations:
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For a meatier panini, add sliced or shaved turkey or chicken.
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I love the simple white bean, but any type of bean will certainly work.
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For a different flair, use black beans spiked with a bit of chili powder and cumin.

420

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 can (14 to 19 oz/398 to 540 ml) white kidney beans, drained and rinsed, 2 tbsp (25 ml) olive oil, divided, Pinch salt, Pinch freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Smashed White Bean, Avocado and Bacon Panini falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smashed White Bean, Avocado and Bacon Panini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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