Vegan Classic Panini Sandwich

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this flavorful Vegan Classic Panini Sandwich! Packed with layers of creamy hummus, fresh spinach, juicy tomato, tangy red onion, ripe avocado, and smoky roasted red peppers, all drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze, this sandwich is bursting with vibrant Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Served on toasted, golden-brown ciabatta bread, each bite delivers the perfect balance of crispiness and rich, wholesome goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this plant-based panini is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Ideal for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking to enjoy a delicious and healthy twist on a classic sandwich!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 rolls ciabatta bread or panini bread
• 1 cup hummus
• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
• 1 large tomato
• 0.5 small red onion
• 1 small avocado
• 0.5 cup roasted red peppers
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by slicing the ciabatta bread rolls in half horizontally. If necessary, remove some of the inside crumb to create space for the fillings.

Step 2

Spread a generous amount of hummus on the inside of each bread piece.

Step 3

Rinse and pat dry the fresh spinach leaves. Layer them evenly over the hummus on the bottom piece of each roll.

Step 4

Slice the tomato and distribute the slices evenly across the spinach layers.

Step 5

Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Scatter the onion slices on top of the tomato.

Step 6

Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice the flesh into thin strips. Arrange these over the onions.

Step 7

Drain and pat dry the roasted red peppers. Lay them on top of the avocado.

Step 8

Drizzle each sandwich with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Close the sandwich with the top half of the bread.

Step 10

Heat a panini press or a grill pan over medium heat. Lightly brush the outside of the sandwiches with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 11

If using a grill pan, place a heavy skillet on top of the sandwiches to press them down. Grill each side for about 4-5 minutes until the bread is crispy and golden brown, and the fillings are warmed through.

Step 12

Remove the panini from the heat, cut them in half, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(903.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1513.8

Total Fat 90.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5711.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 39.7g
Protein 33.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 231.4mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 2216.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.0%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 38.2%