Description
A delicious and unique take on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, featuring black beans for added flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread
- 1/2 cup black beans, mashed
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the mashed black beans with garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the black bean mixture evenly on one slice of bread.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Place the second slice of bread on top to form a sandwich.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Grill the sandwich for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Feel free to add other ingredients like avocado or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust the spices according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Black Bean Grilled Cheese, Grilled Cheese, Vegetarian Sandwich, Black Bean Recipe