Adorable Veggie Melts Recipe
Overview:
🕒 Total Time: 18 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 6 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 12 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2
🍳 Calories: 336.9 per serving
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Adorable Veggie Melts – a savory combination of vibrant vegetables, gooey cheeses, and crispy bread, perfect for a quick lunch or snack. These veggie melts are bursting with Southwestern U.S. flair and can be whipped up in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Slices of bread |
| 2 tbsp | Mayonnaise |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 | Zucchini, thinly sliced |
| 1 | Onion, diced |
| 1/2 clove | Garlic, minced |
| 1/2 cup | Monterey Jack cheese, shredded |
| 1/2 cup | Cheddar cheese, shredded |
| 2 | Tomatoes, sliced |
| 1/4 tsp | Fresh ground pepper |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 4 leaves | Lettuce or a handful of bean sprouts |
Instructions:
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Preheat: Begin by preheating your broiler.
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Toast the Bread: Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. Broil them 4 to 5 inches from the heat source for about 2 minutes per side, or until they are lightly toasted. Alternatively, you can toast the bread in a toaster.
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Prepare the Topping: In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the mushrooms, zucchini, onion, and garlic. Cook the vegetables, stirring occasionally, until they are tender, which should take about 5 minutes. Once cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the salt and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
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Combine Cheeses: While the vegetables are cooking, combine the shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses in a small bowl.
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Assemble the Melts: Spread one side of each toasted bread slice with mayonnaise. On the mayo-covered side, top each slice with 2 tomato slices, a sprinkling of fresh ground pepper, and half of the sautéed vegetable mixture. Add a layer of lettuce leaves or bean sprouts on top of the vegetables. Finally, evenly distribute the cheese mixture over the sandwiches.
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Broil: Place the assembled sandwiches back on the baking sheet and broil them for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve: Once the cheese is melted to perfection, remove the veggie melts from the oven. Serve them hot and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures!
Tips:
- Feel free to customize your veggie melts with your favorite vegetables or cheeses.
- For an extra kick of flavor, add a sprinkle of your favorite herbs or spices to the vegetable mixture.
- Make sure to keep an eye on the broiler to prevent the melts from burning.
- Pair these adorable veggie melts with a side salad or some crispy potato chips for a satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 336.9
- Fat: 23.9g
- Saturated Fat: 7.8g
- Cholesterol: 27.4mg
- Sodium: 319.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 21.5g
- Fiber: 3.7g
- Sugar: 5.6g
- Protein: 12g
Indulge in these delightful Adorable Veggie Melts for a quick and satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor and nutrition!
