Grilled Flatbreads with Caramelized Onions, Sausage, and Manchego Cheese

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Grilled Flatbreads with Caramelized Onions, Sausage, and Manchego Cheese
45 min.
12
234kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Grilled Flatbreads with Caramelized Onions, Sausage, and Manchego Cheese—a perfect dish for any gathering! This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with rich, savory ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. Imagine the sweet aroma of caramelized onions mingling with the robust flavor of sweet Italian sausage, all topped with the creamy, nutty goodness of Manchego cheese.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish serves up to 12 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, family dinners, or casual get-togethers. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch from the grilled flatbreads, complemented by the luscious toppings that create a symphony of flavors. With only 234 calories per serving, you can enjoy this gourmet experience without the guilt!

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is designed to impress. The combination of balsamic vinegar and dry red wine adds a depth of flavor that elevates the dish, while the grilling process ensures a perfect texture. So fire up your grill and get ready to serve a dish that will leave your guests raving!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.5 cup cooking wine dry red (such as Zinfandel)
  • 0.8 pound sausages sweet italian ( 4 links)
  • cups coarsely manchego cheese shredded divided packed ()
  • 1.5 pounds onions red halved thinly sliced
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • pot
  • grill

Directions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in heavy large pot overmedium-high heat.
  2. Add onions and sautéuntil soft and deep golden brown, stirringoften, about 10 minutes. Stir in wine, vinegar,and sugar. Reduce heat to low and simmeruntil almost all liquid is absorbed, stirringoften, 3 to 4 minutes. Season to taste withsalt and pepper.
  3. Transfer to small bowl. Cool.
  4. Heat medium skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add sausage; sauté until cooked throughand browned, breaking up with back of fork,5 to 6 minutes.
  6. Transfer to small bowl. Cool.DO AHEAD: Onions and sausage can be made1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill. Bring toroom temperature before using.
  7. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).Lightly flour 2 rimless baking sheets. Dividepurchased pizza dough in half (if using).Working with 1 dough round or dough halfat a time, roll out on lightly floured surfaceto 12x8-inch oval.
  8. Transfer to baking sheets.Spray top of flatbreads with nonstick spray.
  9. Invert flatbreads, sprayed side down,onto grill. Cook until grill marks appearand sides of bread are dry, 3 to 5 minutes.Return to same baking sheets, grilled sidedown. Spray uncooked side with nonstickspray. Turn flatbreads over on baking sheets,grilled side up.
  10. Sprinkle 3/4 cup cheeseover each flatbread.
  11. Sprinkle onions, thensausage, over flatbreads, dividing equally.
  12. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese over,dividing equally. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2hours ahead.
  13. Let stand at room temperature.
  14. Transfer flatbreads, topping side up, togrill. Cover and cook until crusts are crispand cheese melts, 3 to 5 minutes.
  15. Transfer towork surface.
  16. Cut into rectangles and serve.
  17. * A Spanish cheese made from sheep’s milk;sold at some supermarkets and at specialtyfoods stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories234kcal
Protein16.69%
Fat71.71%
Carbs11.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.59
Glycemic Load
1.68
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.9778261392013%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
0.33mg
Delphinidin
0.42mg
Malvidin
2.62mg
Peonidin
0.19mg
Catechin
0.77mg
Epicatechin
1.07mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
2.84mg
Kaempferol
0.37mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
11.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:233.53kcal
11.68%
Fat:17.93g
27.59%
Saturated Fat:8.27g
51.71%
Carbohydrates:6.53g
2.18%
Net Carbohydrates:5.56g
2.02%
Sugar:3.14g
3.48%
Cholesterol:41.7mg
13.9%
Sodium:324.44mg
14.11%
Alcohol:1.05g
100%
Alcohol %:1.12%
100%
Protein:9.39g
18.78%
Calcium:220.38mg
22.04%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.47%
Selenium:7.32µg
10.45%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.65%
Vitamin C:4.76mg
5.77%
Phosphorus:57.21mg
5.72%
Vitamin B3:0.99mg
4.94%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.65%
Potassium:157.5mg
4.5%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.3%
Vitamin K:4.4µg
4.19%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.04%
Fiber:0.96g
3.86%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.71%
Folate:13.04µg
3.26%
Iron:0.47mg
2.63%
Magnesium:9.96mg
2.49%
Copper:0.05mg
2.28%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.14%
Vitamin A:104.72IU
2.09%
Vitamin E:0.2mg
1.31%
Source:Epicurious