White Bean Cheddar Melt

Vegetarian
Popular
Health score
24%
White Bean Cheddar Melt
25 min.
4
474kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying vegetarian dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than the White Bean Cheddar Melt! This delightful recipe combines the creamy goodness of Great Northern beans with the rich flavor of melted Cheddar cheese, all nestled between your favorite slices of bread. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a meal that not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body.

Imagine biting into a warm, toasty sandwich filled with a savory bean spread, crunchy celery, and fresh spinach, topped with juicy tomato slices. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. With only 474 calories per serving, this melt is a guilt-free indulgence that fits perfectly into a balanced diet.

Whether you’re a busy professional looking for a quick meal or a home cook wanting to impress your family, the White Bean Cheddar Melt is sure to become a favorite. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings comfort and satisfaction. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to enjoy a scrumptious vegetarian delight that’s both popular and easy to make!

Ingredients

  • slices bread your favorite
  • tablespoon butter 
  • ribs celery chopped
  • 15.8 ounce cannellini beans drained canned
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise 
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • cup pkt spinach fresh
  •  tomatoes sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • potato masher
  • grill
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Brush butter on outer side of each slice of bread.
  2. Add half of the beans to a bowl and mash gently with a potato masher or the back of a fork. Stir in remaining whole beans.
  3. Add in the mayonnaise, celery and salt; mix together.
  4. Spread evenly on the inner side of 4 slices of bread.
  5. Sprinkle evenly with cheese and top with remaining slices of bread, buttered side facing up.Using a skillet, grill on both sides.
  6. Remove from skillet and place on cutting board; carefully pull sandwiches open and layer with spinach and tomato slices.
  7. Cut and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories474kcal
Protein16.17%
Fat39.9%
Carbs43.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
71.92
Glycemic Load
14.86
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
24.644348268924%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.57mg
Luteolin
0.27mg
Kaempferol
0.55mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:473.56kcal
23.68%
Fat:21.28g
32.74%
Saturated Fat:6.72g
41.99%
Carbohydrates:52.71g
17.57%
Net Carbohydrates:41.77g
15.19%
Sugar:4.45g
4.94%
Cholesterol:27.53mg
9.18%
Sodium:504.05mg
21.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.4g
38.8%
Manganese:1.37mg
68.65%
Vitamin K:70.66µg
67.3%
Folate:191.95µg
47.99%
Fiber:10.93g
43.73%
Selenium:25.23µg
36.04%
Phosphorus:341.34mg
34.13%
Vitamin B1:0.43mg
28.95%
Calcium:266.48mg
26.65%
Iron:4.78mg
26.56%
Vitamin A:1289.56IU
25.79%
Magnesium:94.48mg
23.62%
Vitamin B3:4.2mg
21.01%
Copper:0.4mg
20.08%
Potassium:698.05mg
19.94%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.93%
Zinc:2.23mg
14.86%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.91%
Vitamin C:8.51mg
10.31%
Vitamin B5:0.92mg
9.25%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.5%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.87%
Source:Tidy Mom