Description
If you’re searching for a delicious and hearty meal that combines comfort food with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, look no further than Mediterranean Spinach Grilled Cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices bread
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- 6–8 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- ½ cup crumbled feta
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar
- ½ tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of oregano
- Pinch of chili flakes
- Pinch of salt
- Honey (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Begin your delectable journey by heating the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add fresh spinach leaves to the pan. Sauté the spinach for about 5 to 6 minutes or until it wilts down significantly. This step is crucial as it enhances the flavor and reduces the volume of the spinach—a perfect way to incorporate greens without overwhelming your sandwich. Once wilted, sprinkle a pinch of salt for seasoning and set aside.
- Next, take your softened butter and generously spread it across one side of each slice of bread. You want a nice coating that helps achieve a beautiful golden crust when grilled. Once buttered, gently place two slices in the heated pan butter-side down. This will be the base for your mouth-watering filling.
- Now comes the fun part! Sprinkle half of the crumbled feta and shredded cheddar on the bread in the pan. Follow this with your previously sautéed spinach and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. The sweet and tangy sun-dried tomatoes perfectly balance the creamy and salty cheese. Top the filling with the remaining cheeses, followed by a light sprinkling of oregano and chili flakes to amp up the flavor. The combination of all these ingredients will create a symphony of tastes once grilled!
- Finally, place the other two slices of bread on top, butter side facing up. Cook the sandwich for about 4 to 5 minutes on one side. Keep an eye on it until the bread is perfectly toasted and a scrumptious golden brown. Carefully flip the sandwiches with a spatula and grill the other side for another 4 to 5 minutes until cheese melts into a creamy delight. Once finished, they should smell heavenly!
Notes
Use fresh bread for the best texture and flavor. Adjust the amount of cheese based on your preference—feel free to experiment with different types like mozzarella!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Protein: 15 g