Description
A delicious and unique twist on the classic grilled cheese, featuring marinated berries and vegan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 slices of whole grain bread
- 8 ounces vegan cheese (such as mozzarella or cheddar style)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, blueberries, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Gently toss to coat the berries and let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Assemble the sandwiches by placing a slice of bread on a clean surface, adding a layer of vegan cheese, followed by a generous spoonful of the marinated berries, and topping with another slice of bread.
- Place the assembled sandwich in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. You may need to press down gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
- Once cooked, remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for a minute. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing in half and serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter twist, add a drizzle of agave syrup or honey (if not strictly vegan) on top of the berries before grilling.
- Experiment with different types of vegan cheese or add sliced avocado for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg