Description
Indulge in a gourmet twist on the classic grilled cheese with this Mediterranean Spinach Grilled Cheese. Packed with flavorful ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, and fresh spinach, this sandwich is a delightful fusion of Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Spinach:
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- pinch of salt
For the Sandwich:
- 4 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
- 6–8 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- pinch of dried oregano
- pinch of crushed red chili flakes (optional)
- honey (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Spinach: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté spinach with salt until wilted, then set aside.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Butter bread slices, layer with cheeses, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and seasonings. Cook in skillet until golden brown.
- Serve: Drizzle with honey if desired, and enjoy hot!
Notes
- For a creamier texture, swap cheddar for mozzarella or provolone.
- Add a layer of pesto for extra Mediterranean flavor.
- If using oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, pat them dry before adding.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Sandwich
- Method: Pan-Grilled
- Cuisine: Mediterranean Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
