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Loaded Veggie Pizza Paninis'

These veggie pizza paninis' are a great twist on regular pizza and help to satisfy all your cravings!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 bread rolls of choice
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onions chopped
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 green bell pepper julienned
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp red chilli flakes
  • salt
  • 2 cups spinach packed
  • 1 jalapeno sliced
  • 4 tbsp pesto or chili pesto
  • 3/4 cup marinara sauce
  • 8 slices fresh mozzarella

Instructions

  • In a medium pan over medium heat, add 2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil and let it get a little hot
  • Add in chopped onions and garlic and sauté until onions just begin to get slightly translucent; then add in peppers
  • Sauté veggies on medium until the pepper starts to get softer and add garlic powder, 1 tsp oregano, salt and chili flakes. Mix thoroughly and add in the spinach
  • Sauté until spinach is wilted, throw in the jalapeños and cook for another 1-2 minutes before turning off the stove and setting aside

Assembly

  • Spread the pesto on each half of the bread rolls and top one half with generous amount of veggie mixture
  • Season with a little more oregano and chili flakes, if desired
  • Add about a tbsp of marinara sauce on top of the veggie mixture and top with 2 slices of fresh mozzarella per panini
  • Press the sandwiches in a panini press for about 5 minutes or until you see the cheese melting and serve hot!

Notes

  • I used Rao's marinara sauce for this recipe, which I highly recommend, but any marinara will do
  • Add some fresh basil to this for some extra flavor