Heart-Healthy Steak Panini
Elevate your sandwich game with this Heart-Healthy Steak Panini recipe, a delicious fusion of bold flavors and better-for-you ingredients. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this panini combines lean top sirloin steak seasoned to perfection with creamy avocado spread, crisp baby spinach, and melty low-fat Swiss cheese. Encased in whole grain bread and lightly toasted to golden brown with a hint of olive oil, each bite offers a satisfying crunch and irresistible juiciness. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this wholesome dish is rich in protein and fiber, making it ideal for anyone seeking a balanced yet indulgent meal. Add a touch of balsamic vinegar for tangy depth, and enjoy a guilt-free version of your favorite steak sandwich grilled to perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 ounces Lean top sirloin steak
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
- 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
- 0.5 medium Avocado
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
- 2 slices Low-fat Swiss cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Rub both sides of the steak with garlic powder, black pepper, and sea salt. Grill the steak for 3–4 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Once cooked, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.
While the steak is resting, mash the avocado in a small bowl with the balsamic vinegar to create a creamy spread.
Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain into bite-sized strips.
Assemble the panini by spreading the avocado mixture evenly on two slices of bread. Layer each slice with baby spinach, steak slices, and one slice of low-fat Swiss cheese. Top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
Preheat a panini press or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush olive oil on the outsides of the sandwiches, then place them in the panini press or skillet. If using a skillet, press the sandwich down with a heavy lid or pan to create a crispy texture.
Cook each sandwich for 3–5 minutes per side (or until golden brown and the cheese has melted).
Remove the sandwiches from the heat, slice them in half diagonally, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.5 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 1305 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 86.9 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 573 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1491 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
