Mushroom-Pepper Whole Wheat Sandwiches

Vegetarian
Health score
24%
Mushroom-Pepper Whole Wheat Sandwiches
30 min.
4
255kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying vegetarian option for your next lunch or dinner? Look no further than these Mushroom-Pepper Whole Wheat Sandwiches! Bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy a hearty meal without compromising on health.

Imagine biting into a warm, toasty sandwich filled with succulent portabella mushrooms, sweet roasted red bell peppers, and creamy reduced-fat mozzarella cheese. The combination of textures and flavors is simply irresistible! With the added zing of red onion and the freshness of basil leaves, each bite is a delightful experience that will leave you craving more.

Not only are these sandwiches a treat for your taste buds, but they are also a nutritious choice. With only 255 calories per serving, they provide a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, making them an ideal main dish for any meal. Plus, they can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making them a perfect option for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends.

So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to indulge in a wholesome and flavorful meal that everyone will love. These Mushroom-Pepper Whole Wheat Sandwiches are sure to become a staple in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • medium portabello mushrooms fresh ()
  • slices onion red
  • tablespoons salad dressing reduced-fat
  • teaspoons balsamic vinaigrette reduced-fat
  • slices bread whole wheat
  • oz mozzarella cheese reduced-fat
  • strips roasted peppers red dry () (from 7-oz jar)
  • large basil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill

Directions

  1. Heat closed medium-size contact grill for 5 minutes.
  2. Place mushrooms on grill. Close grill; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until slightly softened.
  3. Remove mushrooms from grill.
  4. Place onion on grill. Close grill; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until slightly softened.
  5. Remove onion from grill.
  6. In small bowl, mix mayonnaise and vinaigrette; spread over bread slices. Top 4 bread slices with mushrooms, cheese, onion, bell pepper and basil. Top with remaining bread, mayonnaise sides down.
  7. Place 2 sandwiches on grill. Close grill; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until sandwiches are golden brown and toasted. Repeat with remaining 2 sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Calories255kcal
Protein21.74%
Fat31.58%
Carbs46.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.67
Glycemic Load
14.77
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
17.334347745647%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:255.09kcal
12.75%
Fat:9.08g
13.96%
Saturated Fat:3.08g
19.23%
Carbohydrates:30.19g
10.06%
Net Carbohydrates:25.45g
9.26%
Sugar:5.8g
6.45%
Cholesterol:16.23mg
5.41%
Sodium:489.12mg
21.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.06g
28.12%
Manganese:1.29mg
64.31%
Selenium:33.21µg
47.45%
Phosphorus:317.14mg
31.71%
Vitamin B3:6.31mg
31.56%
Calcium:266.23mg
26.62%
Copper:0.38mg
19.16%
Fiber:4.73g
18.94%
Vitamin K:19.72µg
18.78%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.64%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.97%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.09%
Potassium:493.24mg
14.09%
Vitamin B5:1.38mg
13.78%
Zinc:2.05mg
13.68%
Folate:52.48µg
13.12%
Magnesium:50.14mg
12.54%
Iron:1.83mg
10.15%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.61%
Vitamin A:170.71IU
3.41%
Vitamin C:2.13mg
2.58%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.39%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.11%