Low Fat Grilled Vegetable and Cheese Sandwich

Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this Low Fat Grilled Vegetable and Cheese Sandwich, a perfect blend of health and flavor! This nutritious recipe features hearty whole wheat bread stuffed with smoky grilled zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow squash, and red onion, all brought to life with a sprinkle of fresh basil and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze. Low-fat mozzarella cheese melts perfectly to tie it all together, creating a guilt-free comfort food that’s crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside. Quick to assemble and packed with nutrients, this sandwich is an ideal choice for a light lunch or dinner. Plus, it’s a great way to enjoy your favorite vegetables with a healthy twist. Perfectly portioned for four, it’s a satisfying and easy-to-make meal the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 slices Whole wheat bread
• 1 medium, sliced Zucchini
• 1 medium, sliced Red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced Yellow squash
• 1 small, sliced Red onion
• 1 as needed Olive oil cooking spray
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup, shredded Low-fat mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Spray the zucchini, red bell peppers, yellow squash, and red onion slices lightly with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 3

Sprinkle the vegetables with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Grill the vegetables for about 3 minutes on each side or until they are tender and have grill marks.

Step 5

Remove the vegetables from the grill and set aside.

Step 6

Lay 4 slices of whole wheat bread on a clean surface.

Step 7

Distribute the shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese evenly over the 4 slices of bread.

Step 8

Top each with a layer of grilled vegetables.

Step 9

Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of balsamic glaze over the vegetables on each slice.

Step 10

Sprinkle chopped fresh basil evenly over the glaze.

Step 11

Cover with the remaining slices of whole wheat bread to form sandwiches.

Step 12

Place the sandwiches on the grill and cover with a lid.

Step 13

Grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.

Step 14

Remove from the grill and let cool slightly before cutting in half and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1018.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1206.6

Total Fat 28.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 66mg	0%
Sodium 5007.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 167.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.0g	0%
Total Sugars 58.3g
Protein 72.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1187.4mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 2035.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.8%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 55.3%