Description
Gourmet Mediterranean grilled cheese sandwiches blend classic comfort with bold Mediterranean flavors. Crispy golden bread hugs melted cheese, herbs, and tangy olives, promising a delicious culinary journey you’ll savor with every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 slices whole grain or sourdough bread
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, chopped
Cheese and Dairy:
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 tablespoon sliced black or Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Instructions
- Softly steam the verdant spinach in the microwave for 45 seconds until it collapses and releases its moisture, creating a vibrant green base.
- Combine the wilted spinach with creamy mozzarella, tangy feta, smooth ricotta, intense sun-dried tomatoes, and briny olives, blending the Mediterranean ingredients into a harmonious filling.
- Generously spread the luxurious cheese and spinach mixture across two bread slices, creating a rich, textured layer.
- Crown each slice with the remaining bread, ensuring the filling is completely enclosed.
- Lovingly coat the outer surfaces of each sandwich with butter, preparing them for a golden transformation.
- Warm a skillet over medium-low heat, creating the perfect environment for a crisp, golden exterior.
- Carefully place the sandwiches butter-side down, allowing them to sizzle and develop a delectable crust for 2-3 minutes.
- Gently press with a spatula to ensure even browning and complete cheese melting.
- Flip and repeat the grilling process until both sides achieve a rich, caramel-like color and the cheese becomes irresistibly molten.
- Transfer to a cutting board, slice diagonally, and serve immediately while the cheese remains gloriously gooey.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality spinach for the best flavor and nutritional boost, ensuring it’s thoroughly wilted and excess moisture is removed.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like goat cheese or provolone to create unique Mediterranean flavor profiles that suit your taste preferences.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional bread with gluten-free alternatives or use large lettuce leaves as a low-carb wrap option.
- Toast the bread slightly before adding the filling to prevent sogginess and enhance the sandwich’s overall crispiness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg