Light Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Savor the comfort of grilled cheese without the guilt with this simple and healthy twist on a classic favorite: Light Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. Crafted with hearty whole-grain bread, gooey reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and a touch of heart-healthy olive oil, this recipe delivers all the flavor you love with fewer calories. A hint of optional garlic powder adds a delightful kick, while skipping the butter keeps things light and nutritious. Perfectly golden and crispy on the outside, with irresistibly melty cheese on the inside, these sandwiches are ready in just 15 minutes—a quick, wholesome meal for lunch or dinner. Whether paired with a fresh side salad or enjoyed on their own, these lightened-up grilled cheese sandwiches strike the perfect balance between comfort and smart eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Whole-grain bread
- 4 slices Reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder (optional)
- 1 pinch Salt (optional)
Instructions
Preheat a skillet or non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
Lay out the bread slices on a flat surface. On two of the slices, place 2 slices of reduced-fat cheddar cheese each.
Top the cheese with the remaining slices of bread to form two sandwiches.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder (if using), and a pinch of salt (if desired).
Using a pastry brush or a paper towel, lightly brush one side of each sandwich with the olive oil mixture.
Place the sandwiches, oiled side down, into the preheated skillet.
Brush the top sides of the sandwiches with the olive oil mixture while the bottoms cook.
Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, allow them to cool slightly, then cut in half and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.4 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 57 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 1097 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.0 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.6 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 630 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 305 mg | 6% | |
*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.
