High Protein Classic Cheese on Toast
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this High Protein Classic Cheese on Toast, a nutritious twist on a beloved comfort food staple. Featuring the wholesome goodness of whole-grain bread topped with a deliciously savory blend of sautéed crumbled tofu and sharp cheddar cheese, this recipe packs a protein punch with every bite. Enhanced with a touch of olive oil, fresh chives, and perfectly broiled to golden-brown perfection, it’s both satisfying and effortless, with just 20 minutes from prep to plate. Ideal for busy mornings or quick snacks, this high-protein recipe is perfect for anyone craving flavor and nutrition in equal measure. Plus, it’s as versatile as it is tasty, making it easy to customize to your liking. Try this protein-packed cheese toast today for a simple yet indulgent treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole-grain bread
- 100 grams extra firm tofu
- 50 grams sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler setting.
Drain the tofu and pat it dry using a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Crumble the tofu into a bowl until it resembles scrambled eggs.
Mix the crumbled tofu with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add the crumbled tofu.
Sauté the tofu for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it's lightly golden.
Grate the cheddar cheese and mix it with the cooked tofu until well combined.
Toast the whole-grain bread slices lightly in a toaster.
Spread the cheesy tofu mixture evenly over the toasted slices.
Place the loaded bread slices onto a baking sheet.
Broil in the oven for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped fresh chives on top.
Serve immediately and enjoy your high-protein cheese on toast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.4 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 698 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1070 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 363 mg | 8% | |
*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.
