Vegetarian Dishes
Yes, at Paisano's, we understand that more and more people are becoming health conscious and are making the necessary changes in their diet; which is why we have introduced more vegetarian/vegan dishes to our menu. We use thick eggplants and mushrooms as some of the ingredients in our veggie sandwiches because these vegetables are filling enough and will replace conventional meat ingredients. We got rid of the deep fat frier eons ago. We prefer to bake the eggplants prior to placing them in the sandwiches. We also include the finest cheeses, the freshest red peppers and lettuce in a lot of the veggie dishes we serve. Our veggie sandwich dressing includes balsamic vinegar or vegan mayo; these are healthier options for vegetarian dishes than heavy cream based salad dressing.
Veggie Sandwich
Everyone loves our Veggie Sandwhich it is perfect for those who are on a diet and still want to indulge themselves and not feel guilty afterwards; or for those who simply want to maintain a healthier lifestyle. The veggie sandwiches served at Paisano's offer loads of nutrition in a nice compact package. We pay great attention to making these nutritious and
delicious sandwiches. Our veggie sandwiches are made using only quality lettuce, cheese, tomato, onions, vegan mayo and other ingredients. We understand that a veggie sandwich made correctly will provide a healthy and filling option to meat. We have employed the best veggie food preparation technique to ensure that all the goodness (nutritional value) in our veggie sandwiches is not lost.
Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich
The eggplant parmesan sandwich is great change of pace sandwich. How anything this delicious can also be a healthy choice is amazing! Our eggplant is baked crisp, never fried and is topped with melted cheese and marinara sauce. Yummy!
Veggie Pizza
Who said you had to give up pizza once you go vegetarian?! Pizza is a dish enjoyed by all young and old. Our veggie pizza is one that everyone will enjoy greatly…guaranteed! We have a variation of veggie pizzas that will delight even the most sensitive palate. If you are a new vegetarian, after eating our veggie pizza, you will not miss meat so badly. Our veggie pizzas is smothered in homemade pizza sauce and topped with a variety of quality ingredients such as olives, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, artichoke hearts, garlic, mozzarella cheese and so much more! With our veggie pizza, you can eat smart; health smart!
Gourmet Veggie Pizza
Our Gourmet Veggie Pizza is made using the ONLY the highest quality ingredients and topped with our very own special sauce! This pizza is available in every size we sell. The gourmet veggie pizza scores major points with young as well as the old pizza lovers because it is filled/topped with caramelized onions, sauteed mushrooms, roasted red bell peppers, artichoke hearts, greek olives, and garlic. If you've never tried the Gourmet Veggie Pizza, then you don't know what you're missing!
Margarita Pizza
Margarita pizza is a traditional Italian dish prepared in honor of Margarita (also spelled Margherita) of Savoy in 1889. It is impossible not to enjoy this pizza! The margarita pizza is made with sliced mozzarella, tomato, extra virgin olive oil, and basil. This pizza is not only special because it was created to honor a queen; it also looks like the colors of the Italian flag when it comes out of the oven. This is a truely authentic Italian pizza.
Spinach Pinwheel Lasagna
Who said healthy food must taste yucky?! Vegetarians who are searching for a nice healthy meal that not only looks good, but tastes good will enjoy the spinach pinwheel lasagna. This dish is also perfect for health conscious individuals with a fussy palate. The spinach pinwheel lasagna is not only delicious but also nutritious. We only use the finest lasagna noodles, olive oil, roasted red bell peppers, garlic, cheese, parmesan, and other top quality ingredients. Like Popeye the Sailor man, you will be getting your fix of spinach and loving every single minute!
Gnocchi
Gnocchi is a perfect alternative for those who want to try something else aside from pasta and risotto. Gnocchi can be enjoyed with a variety of sauces. Gnocchi was even mentioned in the popular television show, Desperate Housewives, (season 6) when one of the prominent characters, Bree Van De Camp, deceived her Italian neighbour, Angie Boleyn to part with her (Angie's) grandma Bombelli's family recipe for gnocchi! At Paisano's, our gnocchi is made using the finest potatoes and premium quality flour.
Eggplant Parmesan with Angel Hair Pasta
Eggplant parmesan with angel hair pasta is a dish that is both tasty and nutritious. This dish is served with our special marinara sauce, freshly grated mozzarella, and parmesan cheese. You can also enjoy this vegetarian treat with our mixed green salad. Vegetarians who want a meal that is both healthy and filling will not be able to resist our eggplant parmesan with angel hair pasta.
Fresh Zucchini Pomorodo
* This item is not on our menu, but can often be found on our special board. If you don't see it just ask our chef. We'll do his best to make it for you. You will love the combination of rich spicy flavors of our fresh Zucchini Pomorodo! This dish is prepared using high quality red pepper, onions, peas, tomato sauce, garlic, veggie broth, and of course, zucchini. You can enjoy it as a main dish or over pasta. Even if you are not a vegan or vegetarian, this is also an ideal way to get more vegetables into your diet without screaming "ewww gross" each time you think of eating brussel sprouts!
Cheese Ravioli
Cheese Ravioli is a tasty treat for any vegetarian! Vegans will love this dish filled with quality ricotta cheese, parsley, garlic, Alfredo cream sauce, basil, marinara sauce and lots more! If you are not sure what to order when you are thinking of what to have for lunch, you can never go wrong when you place an order for our tasty Cheese Ravioli!
Vegetarian Appetizers
Vegetarians can start their meal time with one of our many different appetizers, prepared specifically to suit the taste buds of young and mature vegetarians.
