Mexican Grilled Cheese Sandwiches for 2

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 1

Mexican Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Recipe

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

5 min

Cook

6 min

Ready In

11 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 slices white bread , homemade preferably ( I used Best Ever White Bread ( Abm ) )
	butter , for spreading
	2 ounces cheddar cheese
	2 ounces Cotija cheese
	1/3 cup homemade salsa
	1 small avocado , peeled , pitted and sliced ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

590

Sugar

Fat

44g

Mexican Grilled Cheese Sandwiches are a tasty twist on a classic grilled cheese sandwich. The combination of cheddar and Cotija cheese with tangy salsa is a perfect blend of flavors that takes the sandwich to new heights. This recipe is easy to make, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for lunch. The avocado adds an extra layer of creaminess and health benefits to the dish. It can easily be customized to your liking by using different types of bread or cheese.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the griddle to medium-high heat.
2.	Spread the butter on one side of each piece of bread.
3.	Put one slice of cheddar cheese on the unbuttered side of two of the bread slices.
4.	Top each of these with equal amounts of the Cotija cheese.
5.	Next, spoon 1 1/2 tablespoons of salsa onto the Cotija cheese on each slice of bread.
6.	Place the other slice of bread on top of the salsa, butter side up.
7.	Grill the sandwiches until golden brown on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
8.	Serve with sliced avocado, if desired.

PROS

This Mexican Grilled Cheese Sandwiches recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

It is a perfect blend of flavors.

You can easily customize the recipe to your liking by adding more or less of any of the ingredients.

CONS

The sandwich can get soggy due to the salsa.

This is not a low-calorie or low-fat meal option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sandwich is high in protein and Calcium.
Salsa has vitamin A and vitamin C, making it a healthy option.
Avocado is loaded with healthy fats and fiber which helps in digestion.