Description
This Tex-Mex Grilled Cheese recipe combines the flavors of a classic grilled cheese sandwich with a Tex-Mex twist, featuring gooey cheese, black beans, avocado, and a hint of spice. It’s a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for lunch or a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 4 slices sourdough or sandwich bread
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes or drained salsa
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Jalapeño slices (optional)
- Sour cream or salsa for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine black beans, diced tomatoes, green onions, cumin, and chili powder. Mix gently and set aside.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Butter one side of each bread slice. On two slices, layer half of the shredded cheese, black bean mixture, avocado slices, and jalapeños if using. Top with remaining cheese and place the other bread slices on top, buttered side out.
- Cook the Sandwiches: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and cheese is melted. Slice and serve warm with sour cream or salsa if desired.
Notes
- You can swap black beans for refried beans for a smoother texture.
- Try pepper jack cheese for a spicier kick.
- This sandwich is also delicious when made in a panini press.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
