Babs Black Bean Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Elevate your grilled cheese game with Babs Black Bean Grilled Cheese Sandwich—a bold and flavorful twist on a classic comfort food! This recipe combines creamy mashed black beans seasoned with ground cumin, chili powder, zesty lime juice, and fresh cilantro for a smoky, tangy filling that's perfectly paired with melted cheddar cheese. Sandwiched between golden, buttery slices of bread, this hearty creation offers a satisfying crunch and a gooey center in every bite. For an extra kick, add sliced jalapeños and let the flavors sing. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make, vegetarian delight is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a savory snack. It's a quick, protein-packed take on a timeless favorite, destined to become a new go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lime juice
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slice Slices of bread
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Optional: sliced jalapeños
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the black beans, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Mash the mixture with a fork until it becomes slightly chunky but spreadable.
Spread the prepared black bean mixture evenly onto two slices of bread.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the black bean mixture. Add sliced jalapeños if desired for extra heat.
Top with the remaining two slices of bread to form two sandwiches.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter on one side of each sandwich.
Place the sandwiches, butter side down, onto the skillet. Spread the remaining butter on the top side of each sandwich.
Cook each sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool slightly before slicing in half. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.8 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1799 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 922 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 660 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
