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Vegan Pesto Panini

Zahra
This perfect vegan pesto panini recipe combines extra creaminess, delightful fresh veggies, and a crispy touch at the end.
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces Flatbread
  • 4 tbsp Pesto
  • 2 tbsp Vegan Cream Cheese
  • 4 pieces Tofu Steaks
  • 2 small Roma Tomatoes thinly sliced
  • Ā½ cup Arugula
  • drizzle Olive Oil
  • drizzle Balsamic Vinegar
  • sprinkle Salt
  • sprinkle Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Start with two piecesĀ  of flatbread. Spread pesto on one side and cream cheese on the other.
  • Bed tofu steaks, tomatoes and arugula on either slice of bread. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and sprinkle salt and pepper on either slice. Then close the two pieces to form a panini.
  • Grill panini until both sides are golden brown, then slice in half. Repeat with a second panini and serve hot.

Notes

Make this meal a combo with tomato soup, baked potato wedges, roasted brussels sprouts, or easy tossed salad.
Note: Use gluten-free bread to make this recipe gluten-free.
Keyword grilled, pesto, sandwich, vegan