Zucchini Grilled Cheese: Indulgent Twist on a Classic Favorite
Enjoy a delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich with this zucchini grilled cheese recipe, combining fresh zucchini and gooey cheese for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Slice the zucchinis thinly and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Add the zucchini slices and grill until they are tender and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- In another skillet, place a slice of bread, layer with cheese, then top with grilled zucchini and another slice of cheese, and finally the second slice of bread.
- Grill until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like basil or thyme.
- Feel free to use different types of cheese as per your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg