Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Recipe
Indulge in the creamy goodness of avocado melded with gooey cheese in these satisfying Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. Perfect for a quick and tasty meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main Course, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread
Avocado Spread:
- 1 ripe avocado (mashed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 slices cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- Optional add-ins: tomato slices, baby spinach, red pepper flakes, bacon
Instructions
- Prepare Avocado Spread: In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Butter one side of each bread slice. Spread the avocado mixture onto the unbuttered side of two slices. Top each with cheese and any desired add-ins, then place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side facing out.
- Grill: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing lightly with a spatula, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicy twist, add sliced jalapeños or a pinch of chili flakes to the avocado mix.
- This sandwich pairs well with tomato soup or a simple green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
