Heart-Healthy Classic Cheese Toasty
Transform your comfort food favorites into guilt-free indulgence with this **Heart-Healthy Classic Cheese Toasty**—a delicious twist on the iconic grilled cheese sandwich. Crafted with nutrient-packed whole grain bread, creamy low-fat cheddar cheese, and a flavorful medley of tomato, fresh spinach, garlic powder, and black pepper, this recipe balances indulgence and wellness effortlessly. The olive oil spread adds a buttery crispness without compromising heart-friendly benefits, while a quick prep and cook time make it perfect for busy days. Whether you're craving a wholesome lunch or a light dinner, this crispy, melty, and veggie-filled toasty is sure to satisfy. **Healthy grilled cheese recipe**, **low-fat sandwich ideas**, and **easy heart-friendly meals** never tasted this good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices Whole grain bread
- 2 slices Low-fat cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil spread
- 1 slice Tomato
- 0.25 cup Fresh spinach
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Spread half of the olive oil spread on one side of each slice of whole grain bread.
Place one slice of bread, olive oil spread side down, into the skillet.
Place a slice of low-fat cheddar cheese on the bread in the skillet.
Add a slice of tomato and a handful of fresh spinach on top of the cheese.
Sprinkle black pepper and garlic powder evenly over the spinach and tomato.
Add the second slice of cheddar cheese on top of the spinach.
Top with the second slice of bread, olive oil spread side up.
Cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes until the bottom slice is golden brown.
Carefully flip the sandwich and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the cheese is melted and both sides are crispy.
Remove the toasty from the skillet and let it cool for 1-2 minutes.
Slice the cheese toasty in half and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 869 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.7 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 483 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 238 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
