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Sun-Dried Tomato, Spinach, and Ricotta Grilled Cheese

Sun-Dried Tomato, Spinach, and Ricotta Grilled Cheese Bliss

A delicious grilled cheese sandwich featuring sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and creamy ricotta, perfect for lunch!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 4 slices thick-sliced bread Choose sourdough, whole grain, or artisan
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Can swap for dairy-free ricotta
  • 1 cup mozzarella or provolone cheese Feel free to use dairy-free alternatives
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes Oil-packed for best taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach Can be roughly chopped
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil Essential for toasting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Add-Ons
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil For added aroma

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with salt, black pepper, and optional seasonings. Stir until creamy.
  2. Spread ricotta mixture on one side of each slice of bread. Layer with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and mozzarella or provolone.
  3. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or olive oil.
  4. Place sandwiches in the skillet and grill for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Flip and grill the other side for an additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted.
  6. Transfer to a cutting board, slice, and serve while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 14gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pair with tomato soup for a satisfying meal.

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