Description
A delightful twist on a classic grilled cheese sandwich featuring fresh zucchini and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices of whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the zucchini thoroughly and slice it thinly, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Toss the zucchini slices with garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread softened butter on one side of two slices of bread. On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer half of the cheddar cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, seasoned zucchini slices, and the remaining cheese. Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the sandwich in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.
Notes
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread.
- For vegan, use plant-based cheese and vegan butter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- To reheat, place in a skillet over low heat until warmed through.
- For freezing, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil; can be frozen for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Zucchini, Grilled Cheese, Sandwich, Vegetarian, Quick Meal