Low Fat Gourmet Open-Faced Sandwich with Cheese
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of a **Low Fat Gourmet Open-Faced Sandwich with Cheese**, a quick and delicious meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Built on toasted slices of hearty whole grain bread, this recipe features a medley of roasted vegetables—sweet red bell pepper, tender zucchini, and caramelized red onion—tossed in a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar for a delightful tang. Topped with melted reduced-fat cheddar cheese and fresh basil leaves, each bite is a perfect balance of savory and fresh. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-fat, high-flavor sandwich is a guilt-free option for a satisfying lunch or light dinner. Whether you're looking for a healthy twist on a classic favorite or a vibrant open-faced sandwich idea, this recipe has you covered!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- 60 grams reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 0.5 unit red bell pepper
- 0.5 unit zucchini
- 0.25 unit red onion
- 4 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.13 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Finely slice the red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion.
In a small bowl, combine the sliced vegetables with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.
Place the vegetable mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and roast in the oven for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Meanwhile, lightly toast the whole grain bread slices for about 2-3 minutes to add a bit of crispness.
Arrange the toasted bread slices on a serving plate and lay the roasted vegetables evenly across the top of each slice.
Shred or slice the reduced-fat cheddar cheese and distribute it evenly over the vegetable-topped bread slices.
Return the sandwiches to the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish the sandwiches with fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and flavor.
Serve immediately while warm, as an inviting open-faced sandwich perfect for a quick and delicious low-fat meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 2146 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.4 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 524 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 595 mg | 13% | |
*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.
