Lighter Grilled Swiss Ham and Asparagus Sannie
Elevate your sandwich game with this Lighter Grilled Swiss Ham and Asparagus Sannie, a perfect fusion of flavor and simplicity. Featuring layers of nutty Swiss cheese, lean ham, and tender, blanched asparagus spears, this sandwich is nestled between slices of whole-grain bread lightly crisped to golden perfection. A Dijon mustard spread adds a tangy kick, while a touch of olive oil spray keeps it lighter without sacrificing taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick yet elegant recipe is ideal for a balanced lunch or easy weeknight dinner. Serve it warm and enjoy a healthier twist on the classic grilled sandwich!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices whole-grain bread
- 2 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices lean ham
- 8 spears asparagus spears
- 1 can olive oil cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Trim the asparagus spears and blanch them in salted boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process, drain, and pat dry.
Lay out the slices of bread and spread Dijon mustard evenly on one side of two slices.
On the mustard-spread slices, layer one slice of Swiss cheese, two slices of lean ham, and four blanched asparagus spears. Top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter. Allow it to melt and coat the pan evenly.
Lightly spray the outer sides of each sandwich with olive oil cooking spray and place them in the skillet.
Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Remove from the skillet and let rest for 1 minute. Slice each sandwich diagonally and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.7 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 86 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 3424 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 624 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 777 mg | 17% | |
*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.
