Description
Kale Pesto Avocado Grilled Cheese is a heavenly twist on the classic favorite. This sandwich combines the rich creaminess of avocado with the vibrant flavors of kale pesto, all nestled between perfectly toasted slices of bread. Ideal for lazy weekends or quick lunches, every bite delivers a delightful crunch and an explosion of taste that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh kale, stems removed
- 1 ripe avocado
- ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 slices thick-cut sourdough bread
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Pesto: Blend kale, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan, and olive oil in a food processor until smooth.
- Add Avocado: Gently fold in avocado chunks until just combined.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Butter one side of each slice of bread. Spread pesto on the unbuttered side, add avocado slices, and top with another slice of bread.
- Grill: Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill sandwiches butter-side down until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Melt Away: Remove from heat once both sides are browned and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg