Grilled Cheese, Pickle and Vidalia Onion Sandwich

Vegetarian
Health score
9%
Grilled Cheese, Pickle and Vidalia Onion Sandwich
15 min.
1
689kcal

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Looking for a simple, yet delicious and versatile sandwich that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even a main course? Look no further than this Grilled Cheese, Pickle, and Vidalia Onion Sandwich! This vegetarian delight is not only easy to make, requiring just 15 minutes of your time, but it's also packed with flavor and texture that will satisfy your cravings. With a caloric content of 689 kcal, it's a meal that will keep you going for hours.

The star of this sandwich is the combination of ingredients that create a perfect balance of taste. Start with the creamy, melted sharp Cheddar cheese that oozes out with every bite. Add the tangy crunch of dill pickle slices for a refreshing contrast. Then, layer in the sweet, caramelized Vidalia onion slices that add a depth of flavor that's hard to beat. All of this is nestled between two slices of whole wheat bread, which not only provides a healthy base but also turns golden and crispy in the grill, adding a satisfying crunch.

To make this sandwich, you'll need minimal ingredients and equipment. A few slices of bread, some cheese, a pickle, a sweet onion, and a bit of butter are all it takes to create this culinary gem. And don't worry about fancy tools; you only need a frying pan to achieve that perfect grilled effect. So, gather your ingredients, and let's get cooking. This Grilled Cheese, Pickle, and Vidalia Onion Sandwich is about to become your new go-to meal.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter softened
  •  dill pickles sliced
  • slices sharp cheddar cheese 
  • slices onion sweet thin
  • slices bread whole wheat

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Butter one side of each slice of bread with 1 tablespoon of butter. Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place one bread slice butter-side-down into the skillet, and top with the Cheddar cheese, pickle slices, and onion.
  3. Place the remaining slice of bread butter-side-up onto the sandwich. Cook until crispy and golden brown on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories689kcal
Protein11.94%
Fat71.46%
Carbs16.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
146.7
Glycemic Load
14.86
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.567391478497%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.32mg
Myricetin
0.32mg
Quercetin
4.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:688.62kcal
34.43%
Fat:55.39g
85.22%
Saturated Fat:32.8g
205.01%
Carbohydrates:28.94g
9.65%
Net Carbohydrates:24.67g
8.97%
Sugar:4.92g
5.46%
Cholesterol:146.3mg
48.77%
Sodium:1415.74mg
61.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.83g
41.66%
Manganese:1.25mg
62.65%
Calcium:537.98mg
53.8%
Selenium:30.86µg
44.08%
Phosphorus:403.24mg
40.32%
Vitamin A:1731.61IU
34.63%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.34%
Zinc:3.19mg
21.24%
Vitamin K:19.66µg
18.72%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.62%
Fiber:4.26g
17.05%
Magnesium:66.15mg
16.54%
Vitamin B3:2.64mg
13.18%
Folate:48.18µg
12.05%
Vitamin E:1.78mg
11.87%
Vitamin B12:0.67µg
11.08%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.97%
Iron:1.75mg
9.74%
Copper:0.18mg
8.88%
Potassium:299.32mg
8.55%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.22%
Vitamin C:2.71mg
3.28%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.24%
Source:Allrecipes