Panini Sandwiches
Savor the irresistible charm of homemade Panini Sandwiches, a quick and satisfying delight that brings café-quality flavor straight to your kitchen. Featuring crispy, golden slices of ciabatta or sandwich bread filled with layers of savory deli turkey or ham, creamy provolone or mozzarella cheese, fresh spinach, and juicy tomato slices, this recipe offers a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. A touch of mayonnaise, and optional pesto, enhances the sandwich with a rich, tangy kick, while a light brush of butter or olive oil ensures a perfectly toasted exterior. Ready in just 15 minutes, these warm, melty paninis are an ideal choice for a simple lunch or a comforting dinner. Pair with a crisp side salad or a bowl of soup for a meal that's as versatile as it is delicious! Keywords: panini sandwich recipe, quick lunch ideas, café-style paninis, easy sandwich recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Ciabatta bread or sandwich bread
- 4 ounces Sliced deli turkey or ham
- 4 slices Sliced provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 medium Sliced tomato
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Pesto (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your panini press or a griddle pan over medium heat.
Spread mayonnaise evenly over one side of each bread slice. For extra flavor, spread pesto on top of the mayonnaise (optional).
Layer 2 slices of bread with deli turkey or ham, sliced provolone or mozzarella cheese, fresh spinach leaves, and tomato slices.
Top with the remaining 2 slices of bread, mayonnaise side facing inward to keep the filling intact.
Brush the outside of the sandwiches lightly with melted butter or olive oil to ensure golden, crispy bread.
Place the sandwiches onto the panini press or griddle pan. If using a griddle pan, use a heavy skillet to press the sandwiches down.
Cook for approximately 3-5 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese has melted.
Slice the panini sandwiches in half and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
609 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.6 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 1325 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 410 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 522 mg | 11% | |
*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.
