Grilled Veggie Cheese Sandwich Recipe
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- Try this healthier version of an all American favorite: grilled cheese. Serve this tomato, fresh spinach and melted cheddar cheese sandwich paired with tomato soup for lunch or light supper.
- Find more recipes like this one under Diabetes Friendly, Entrees, Farmer's Market Recipes, and Heart Healthy
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Special Diets:
Diabetic and Heart Healthy
Ingredients
- 8 slices light whole wheat bread
- 4 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 4 oz reduced fat cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves
- 4 slices of tomato (1/4-inch thick)
- 1 small onion, sliced
Directions
- Brush one side of each slice of bread with olive oil. Sprinkle bread with garlic powder. Layer 4 slices of bread with cheddar cheese, spinach leaves, tomato and onion. Top with remaining slices of bread, oil side up.
- In a grill pan, coated with nonstick cooking spray, grill sandwiches over medium heat, turning once, until golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 4 Servings
Amount per serving
Calories 210
% Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9g 14%
- Saturated Fat 2g 10%
- Cholesterol 6mg 2%
- Sodium 513mg 21%
- Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
- Dietary Fiber 6g 24%
- Protein 17g 34%
| Calcium | 265mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calories needs.