Smoked Gouda Grilled Cheese With Arugula and Roasted Red Peppers
There’s something so comforting about a grilled cheese sandwich — crispy-crunchy on the outside, gooey on the inside with delicious melted cheese.
Think you can’t enjoy grilled cheese and eat healthy? We can help with that.
The secret, besides making sure it’s not overloaded with cheese (sorry, kids), is choosing flavorful, quality ingredients that offer the most bang for calories.
Our yummy grilled cheese recipe features smoked gouda, a boldly flavored cheese, so you can use less and still enjoy the cheesy goodness.
A light spreading of Dijon mustard, roasted red peppers, and peppery arugula make this a grilled cheese sandwich you will crave again and again.
Smoked Gouda Grilled Cheese with Arugula and Roasted Red Peppers
This healthier Smoked Gouda Grilled Cheese sandwich has bold roasted red peppers, creamy Dijon mustard, fresh arugula, and smoked gouda cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 slices sprouted whole-grain bread
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 oz roasted red bell pepper strips
- 1 slice medium tomato
- ¼ cup fresh arugula
- ¼ cup shredded smoked gouda cheese (1 oz)
- ½ tsp. olive oil
Instructions
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Spread mustard on one slice of bread.
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Top with pepper strips, tomato, arugula, cheese, and second slice of bread. Set aside.
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Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
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Add sandwich; cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Flip, then cook for 3 to 4 more minutes or until cheese has melted.
Recipe Notes
The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.
Container Equivalents
½ Green
2 Yellow
1 Blue
½ tsp.
2B Mindset Plate It!
Serve open-faced with a side of veggies and protein for lunch.
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Photo by Kirsten Morningstar