Heart-Healthy Classic Cheese on Toast
Elevate your snack or light meal game with this Heart-Healthy Classic Cheese on Toast, a nutritious twist on a beloved comfort food. Made with fiber-rich whole grain bread, low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, and juicy slices of tomato, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 15 minutes. A delicate drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a dash of garlic powder and black pepper lend the perfect balance of flavor, while fresh basil leaves add a fragrant, herbaceous finish. This healthy cheese on toast recipe is broiled to golden, bubbly perfection, delivering indulgent flavors with heart-smart ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or an afternoon snack, it’s a delicious and guilt-free way to enjoy a classic favorite while supporting a wholesome lifestyle.
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Ingredients
- 2 slices Whole grain bread
- 2 ounces Low-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium Tomato
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your broiler on high.
Step 2
Slice the tomato into thin rounds and set aside.
Step 3
Grate the low-fat sharp cheddar cheese or slice it into thin pieces.
Step 4
Place the whole grain bread slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 5
Evenly distribute the olive oil over the bread using a brush or your fingers.
Step 6
Top each slice of bread with the cheese, ensuring even coverage.
Step 7
Arrange the tomato slices over the cheese, then sprinkle with ground black pepper and garlic powder.
Step 8
Place the baking sheet under the broiler and toast for about 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Step 9
Wash and pat dry the fresh basil leaves. Once the toast is done, remove from the oven and immediately place the basil leaves on top of the tomatoes.
Step 10
Allow to cool for a minute, then serve your heart-healthy cheese on toast warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (254.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 499.0 |
| Total Fat 21.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g | |
| Cholesterol 20.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1815.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.0g | |
| Protein 38.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 490.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 431.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories