Make-Ahead Grilled Cheese and Salsa

Health score
8%
Make-Ahead Grilled Cheese and Salsa
20 min.
2
384kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and convenient meal that can be prepared ahead of time? Look no further than our Make-Ahead Grilled Cheese and Salsa! This delightful dish combines the classic comfort of grilled cheese with the zesty kick of chunky salsa, making it a perfect choice for a quick lunch, snack, or appetizer. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a satisfying meal that is both flavorful and filling.

Imagine biting into a warm, gooey grilled cheese sandwich, the melted American and Muenster cheeses oozing out between slices of hearty whole wheat bread. The addition of thick and chunky salsa elevates this dish, providing a refreshing contrast that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, this recipe is incredibly easy to prepare, taking only 20 minutes from start to finish!

Not only is this grilled cheese and salsa combo a treat for your palate, but it’s also a great option for meal prep. You can make it ahead of time, wrap it up, and store it in the refrigerator, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Just pack it in your lunch bag with some ice packs, and you’ll have a delicious meal ready to enjoy whenever hunger strikes. Whether you’re at work, school, or enjoying a picnic, this recipe is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • slices bread whole wheat
  • 1.5 oz processed cheese food 
  • 1.5 oz muenster cheese 
  • teaspoons butter softened
  • 0.3 cup salsa thick

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • plastic wrap
  • ziploc bags
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Top 2 slices of the bread with cheese.
  2. Place remaining slices of bread over cheese.
  3. Spread top of bread slices with half of the margarine.
  4. Place sandwiches, margarine side down, in large skillet. Cook over medium heat for 2 to 4 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Spread top of sandwiches with remaining margarine. Turn sandwiches; cook 2 to 4 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Remove sandwiches from skillet; place on cutting board. Cool 5 minutes.
  7. Cut sandwiches into strips or triangles. Wrap in plastic wrap or place in food storage plastic bags. Store in refrigerator.
  8. Pack cold wrapped sandwiches in 2 lunch bags with ice packs. Divide salsa into 2 small plastic containers with lids.
  9. Place in lunch bags.
  10. At lunch time, dip sandwiches in salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories384kcal
Protein16.95%
Fat53.99%
Carbs29.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.85
Glycemic Load
14.76
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.176521684812%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:383.83kcal
19.19%
Fat:23.26g
35.78%
Saturated Fat:9.99g
62.43%
Carbohydrates:28.17g
9.39%
Net Carbohydrates:24.03g
8.74%
Sugar:4.84g
5.38%
Cholesterol:41.67mg
13.89%
Sodium:1119.38mg
48.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.43g
32.86%
Manganese:1.25mg
62.75%
Calcium:481.05mg
48.11%
Phosphorus:370.68mg
37.07%
Selenium:22.22µg
31.74%
Vitamin A:983.48IU
19.67%
Fiber:4.14g
16.56%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.07%
Magnesium:61.19mg
15.3%
Vitamin B3:3.01mg
15.03%
Zinc:2.2mg
14.66%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.43%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.08%
Vitamin B12:0.64µg
10.69%
Iron:1.84mg
10.2%
Vitamin E:1.37mg
9.11%
Potassium:312.56mg
8.93%
Copper:0.17mg
8.55%
Folate:29.61µg
7.4%
Vitamin K:7.27µg
6.93%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.06%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.7%
Vitamin C:0.84mg
1.02%