Modern Hotel Panini

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A gourmet sandwich with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and fresh herbs, grilled to perfection for a sophisticated bite. This french-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 25 minutes pairs sourdough bread, smoked salmon, cream cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 French cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Spread 1 tbsp butter on one side of each sourdough slice.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix cream cheese with 1 tbsp chopped dill and 1 tsp lemon juice. Spread evenly on the buttered side of 2 slices.
  3. Step 3: Top with smoked salmon, a handful of red onion slices, and a drizzle of remaining lemon juice. Close the sandwich with the remaining bread slices.
  4. Step 4: Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted, with crispy edges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Modern Hotel Panini take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Modern Hotel Panini?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sourdough bread from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Modern Hotel Panini?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Modern Hotel Panini for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Modern Hotel Panini?

French sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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