Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsVicinoVeggie Panini Recipe

Veggie Panini Recipe

Inspired by Vicino
Time50m
Serves2

focaccia bread + roasted mushroom + tomato + arugula + pickled onion + roasted red pepper aioli

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Ingredients

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Bread

Vegetables

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Roast the Mushrooms

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and slice them. Spread them on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Roasted Red Pepper Aioli

    In a blender, combine the roasted red peppers, mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.

  3. 3

    Slice the Focaccia

    Once the mushrooms are roasted, slice the focaccia bread horizontally to create two halves for the panini.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Slice the tomato into thick rounds and set aside. Make sure the arugula is washed and dried, and have the pickled onions ready.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Assemble the Panini

    Spread a generous amount of roasted red pepper aioli on one half of the focaccia. Layer the roasted mushrooms, tomato slices, arugula, and pickled onions on top. Cap it with the other half of the focaccia.

Cooking

  1. 6

    Grill the Panini

    Heat a panini press or a skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, add a little olive oil. Place the assembled panini on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until the bread is golden and crispy.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve

    Once grilled, remove the panini from the heat and let it cool for a minute. Cut into halves or quarters and serve warm, with extra aioli on the side if desired.

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