Spinach Panini

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This warm panini recipe is an easy choice when you're preparing lunch for four. Each sandwich is loaded with a full cup of spinach and flavorful basil and feta cheese--so tasty!

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on September 19, 2023

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 paninis

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

8 slices whole-wheat bread or 2 whole-wheat pita bread rounds, halved crosswise and split horizontally
4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
8 thin tomato slices (1 medium tomato)
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
2 tablespoons shredded fresh basil leaves
½ cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces)

Directions

Lightly coat an unheated panini griddle, covered indoor electric grill, or large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; set aside.
Place 4 of the bread slices or 4 pita pieces on a work surface; divide half of the spinach leaves among bread slices or pita pieces. Top spinach with tomato slices. Sprinkle with pepper. Add red onion slices and basil. Top with feta and remaining spinach. Top with remaining bread slices or pita pieces. Press down firmly.
Preheat griddle, grill, or skillet over medium heat or heat according to manufacturer's directions. Add sandwiches, in batches if necessary. If using griddle or grill, close lid and grill for 2 to 3 minutes or until bread is toasted. (If using skillet, place a heavy plate on top of sandwiches. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until bottoms are toasted. Carefully remove plate, which may be hot. Turn sandwiches and top with the plate. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes more or until bread is toasted.)

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

189	Calories
6g	Fat
25g	Carbs
10g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 panini
Calories 189
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 25g	9%
Dietary Fiber 5g	16%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 10g	21%
Total Fat 6g	8%
Saturated Fat 3g	16%
Cholesterol 17mg	6%
Vitamin A 3220IU	64%
Vitamin C 13mg	14%
Folate 96mcg	24%
Sodium 471mg	20%
Calcium 183mg	14%
Iron 2mg	13%
Magnesium 73mg	17%
Potassium 391mg	8%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Spinach Panini

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