Description
A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich featuring a black bean filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 8 slices sandwich bread (whole wheat or white)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in drained black beans, ground cumin, smoked paprika, optional chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, mashing some beans gently with the back of a spoon.
- Remove the skillet from heat. Incorporate chopped cilantro and lime juice into the mixture. Set aside.
- Arrange bread slices on a clean surface. Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each slice. Flip half of the slices so the buttered side faces down.
- Evenly distribute the black bean filling over these slices, then top with shredded cheese. Cover with the remaining slices, buttered side up.
- Preheat skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place assembled sandwiches in the pan. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing lightly, until bread turns golden brown and cheese melts completely.
- Slice sandwiches and serve warm.
Notes
- Add more spices to taste if desired.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based cheese and butter alternatives.
- Can be served with salsa or avocado for added flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 35mg