Vegetarian Steak Panini

Satisfy your craving for a hearty, flavorful sandwich with this Vegetarian Steak Panini, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food. Savory marinated portobello mushrooms serve as the "steak," soaking up a bold blend of soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and smoked paprika before being grilled to perfection. Nestled between golden, buttery ciabatta bread, each panini layers melted provolone cheese, fresh baby spinach, and ripe tomato slices for a mouthwatering combination of textures and flavors. Quick to prepare and perfect for lunch or dinner, this vegetarian delight pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or a bowl of warm soup. Indulge in a sandwich that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 large caps Portobello mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
• 2 rolls Ciabatta bread
• 4 slices Provolone cheese
• 1 cup Baby spinach
• 1 medium, sliced Tomato
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon, softened Butter

Directions

Step 1

Clean the portobello mushrooms and remove their stems. Pat dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, whisk together soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 3

Place the mushrooms in the marinade, gill side up, and let them soak for 10 minutes. Flip the mushrooms halfway through for even marination.

Step 4

Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Grill the mushrooms for 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and lightly caramelized. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

Slice the ciabatta rolls in half. Butter the cut sides lightly.

Step 6

On the bottom half of each roll, place a slice of provolone cheese, followed by the grilled mushroom, tomato slices, and baby spinach. Top with another slice of provolone cheese, then cover with the top half of the roll.

Step 7

Heat a panini press or a skillet. If using a skillet, press the sandwich down with a heavy pan or spatula to flatten slightly. Grill for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted.

Step 8

Remove the panini from the heat and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before cutting in half. Serve warm with your favorite side dish or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(722.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1129.1

Total Fat 61.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 112.9mg	0%
Sodium 4682.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 54.5g	0%

Vitamin D 3.0IU	0%
Calcium 952.4mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1623.1mg	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: 47.6%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 33.6%