Italian Deli Pistachio Spinach Sandwich

Prep Time: 10 min • Cook Time: 15–20 min • Servings: 2–3

Ingredients

Filling

• Spinach, chopped - 2 cups

• Pistachios, lightly crushed - ½ cup

• Gruyère cheese, shredded - ½ cup

• Feta cheese, crumbled - ½ cup

• Fresh mint, chopped -2 tbsp

• Egg - 1

• Pistachio paste - 1 tbsp

• Black pepper -½ tsp

• Aleppo pepper — ¼ tsp

Optional

• Mortadella, chopped — 3–4 slices

Pastry

• Puff pastry sheet — 1

• Spray oil (to prevent sticking)

Instructions

1. Mix the Filling:
   Combine spinach, Gruyère, feta, mint, egg, pistachio paste, black pepper, and Aleppo pepper in a bowl.
   Add mortadella if using.

2. Prepare the Pastry:
   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
   Lightly spray a baking sheet with oil.
   Cut puff pastry into squares or rectangles.

3. Assemble:
   Add a spoonful of filling to each pastry piece.
   Fold and seal the edges (triangle, square, or roll).
   Press with a fork if desired.

4. Bake:
   Bake 15–20 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.

5. Serve:
   Cool slightly and enjoy warm.