Description
Golden, crispy bread filled with gooey melted cheese and creamy smashed avocado—this grilled cheese sandwich takes comfort food to the next level. Rich in flavor and texture, it’s a crave-worthy combination of buttery crunch, stretchy cheese, and silky avocado.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sourdough or artisan bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tbsp butter, softened
- Optional: chopped cilantro or fresh basil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and herbs if using. Mix until smooth with some texture remaining.
- Lay out the bread slices. Spread the avocado mixture evenly onto two slices.
- Top the avocado with cheese slices, then place the remaining bread on top to form sandwiches.
- Spread butter on the outer sides of each sandwich.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Grill each sandwich for about 3–4 minutes per side, pressing slightly with a spatula, until the bread is golden and crisp and the cheese has melted.
- Slice and serve warm for the ultimate cheesy-avocado experience.
Notes
- Use whole grain or gluten-free bread if preferred.
- Add tomato slices or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- Cook on low heat to ensure the cheese melts without burning the bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
