Ultimate Vegan Spinach Artichoke Sandwich with White Beans ✨
Ingredients:
1 can (15 oz / 425g) Cannellini Beans (or Great Northern), rinsed and drained
1 can (14 oz / 400g) Artichoke Hearts (in water or brine, not marinated), drained and chopped
1/2 cup (120g) Vegan Cream Cheese or Cashew Cream
1/4 cup (30g) Vegan Parmesan or Nutritional Yeast
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 cups (60g) Fresh Baby Spinach, roughly chopped
Salt and Black Pepper to taste
Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
8 slices Your Favorite Bread (Sourdough, Whole Wheat recommended)
Olive Oil or Vegan Butter for grilling
Directions:
1. Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, mash the rinsed and drained cannellini beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly broken down but still slightly chunky.
2. Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped artichoke hearts, vegan cream cheese/cashew cream, vegan parmesan/nutritional yeast, minced garlic, and chopped spinach to the mashed beans. Stir well until everything is combined.
3. Season: Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to your taste.
4. Assemble Sandwiches: Spread the spinach artichoke white bean mixture evenly onto 4 slices of bread. Top with the remaining 4 slices of bread.
5. Grill Sandwiches: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Brush the outsides of the sandwiches with olive oil or spread with vegan butter. Place the sandwiches in the hot skillet.
6. Cook Until Golden: Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the filling is heated through. Press down gently with a spatula occasionally.
7. Serve: Slice the sandwiches in half and serve immediately.
Recipe Information:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes | Total Time: 25-27 minutes | Calories per Serving: Approx. 450-550 per sandwich | Number of Servings: 4
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