Description
Savor rich Mediterranean flavors in this luxurious Avocado, Cheddar, and Tomato Grilled Cheese, where creamy avocado meets sharp cheddar between golden, crispy bread. Comfort and elegance merge in one irresistible sandwich, promising pure culinary delight with each warm, melty bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 slices bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
Dairy and Condiments:
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) Dijon mustard
Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Softly mash ripe avocado with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, creating a smooth, creamy spread.
- Generously coat one side of each bread slice with softened butter, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- If desired, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the unbuttered side of one bread slice for an extra tangy flavor.
- Carefully spread the seasoned avocado mixture across the mustard-coated bread slice, creating an even, luscious base.
- Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese over the avocado, covering the surface completely.
- Arrange fresh tomato slices on top of the cheese, slightly overlapping for maximum coverage.
- Gently place the second bread slice on top, with the buttered side facing outward.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until uniformly warm.
- Carefully transfer the assembled sandwich to the heated skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the bottom turns a rich golden brown.
- Flip the sandwich using a spatula, cooking the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts and the bread achieves a crispy, golden texture.
- Remove from heat, let rest for one minute to allow cheese to set, then slice diagonally and serve immediately.
Notes
- Boost flavor by using aged cheddar for a sharper, more intense cheese profile that complements the creamy avocado.
- Ensure even cooking by pressing the sandwich gently with a spatula, creating a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- For a gluten-free option, swap regular bread with gluten-free alternatives like cauliflower bread or almond flour bread.
- Add extra nutrition by incorporating fresh herbs like basil or cilantro between the avocado and cheese layers for a burst of freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 890 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 72 g
- Saturated Fat: 29 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 39 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 13 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg