Description
Greek-inspired feta grilled cheese combines Mediterranean flavors in a crispy, melty masterpiece. Creamy feta and fresh spinach nestle between golden-brown sourdough, promising a delightful lunch companion you’ll savor with Mediterranean zest.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 slices bread
- 2 cups spinach, leaves
- 6 pieces sun-dried tomatoes
Cheese & Dairy:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
Seasonings & Additional Ingredients:
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch chili flakes
- 1 pinch oregano
- ½ tablespoon (7.5 milliliters) olive oil
- honey (to drizzle)
Instructions
- Warm a cast-iron skillet over medium heat and drizzle of extra virgin olive oil across the surface.
- Add fresh baby spinach leaves, sprinkle red chili flakes, crumble dried oregano, and season with a delicate pinch of kosher salt.
- Gently sauté the spinach until the leaves collapse and turn vibrant dark green, approximately 1-2 minutes, then transfer to a small bowl.
- Generously spread softened unsalted butter on one side of artisan sourdough bread slice.
- Place the buttered side down in the skillet, creating a crisp golden foundation.
- Layer shredded sharp cheddar cheese across the bread surface, creating an even melting base.
- Distribute the wilted spinach mixture evenly, followed by chopped sun-dried tomatoes and crumbled tangy feta cheese.
- Delicately drizzle raw honey for a subtle sweet contrast.
- Crown the sandwich with another bread slice, brushing its exterior with remaining butter.
- Grill until the bottom transforms into a rich golden-brown color, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula, allowing the second side to achieve an equally crisp, caramelized texture.
- Remove from heat once both sides are perfectly toasted and cheese is completely melted.
Notes
- Elevate your sandwich game with this gourmet twist on classic grilled cheese that brings Mediterranean flair to your kitchen.
- Sautéing spinach with chili flakes and oregano creates a robust flavor base that transforms an ordinary sandwich into an extraordinary meal.
- Feta cheese adds tangy richness while sun-dried tomatoes contribute a sweet-tart complexity that dances across your taste buds.
- Drizzling honey provides unexpected sweetness that balances the salty cheeses and spicy chili, creating a multi-dimensional flavor profile.
- Crispy golden-brown bread ensures a satisfying crunch that complements the melted, gooey cheese interior, making every bite a delightful experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg