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A 10 minute avocado cheese toast meal idea that's fresh and delicious! Crunchy sourdough with a kick of honey mustard and covered with sliced tomatoes, avocado and a thick slice of melted cheese.
This recipe originally published May 2016, now updated with new photos and step by step instructions and details.
Here's an avocado grilled cheese with ingredients that can actually help control type 2 diabetes. High fiber bread has been studied and shown to be beneficial in controlling blood sugar. (Remember each person may have a different response to bread, so choose the one you do best with.)
Avocados are low in carbs and contain monounsaturated fats which are considered to be a heart healthy fat. Tomatoes are low in carbs and high in fiber which also helps moderate blood glucose levels. Oh yeah, and besides the health benefits, this avocado grilled cheese sandwich just tastes amazing!!
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Why this recipe works:
- Uses "substantial" sourdough or wheat bread which holds up to the toppings without getting soggy.
- Honey mustard dressing coats the bread to add extra flavor.
- Good combination of carbs, protein and fat for a complete meal.
The main ingredients:
- Sourdough bread- choose any substantial bread. Other options include french bread, italian bread, whole wheat, etc. Avoid using regular white bread as it may become soggy and not hold up well.
- Honey Mustard Dressing- use your favorite brand
- Tomato- use fresh tomatoes, washed and thinly sliced.
- Avocado- Slice thinly.
- Cheese- use your favorite.
Expert Tips:
- Use a firm substantial bread for best results.
- Use your favorite honey mustard dressing or other sandwich spread you prefer.
- Slice tomatoes and avocado thinly.
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How to make avocado tomato grilled cheese:
- Start by toasting your bread- no butter or oil needed. Use your toaster or oven broiler for this step.
- Spread honey mustard on the toast.
- Add sliced tomato, avocado and cheese.
- Place sandwich under broiler to melt cheese.
Frequently asked questions:
Yes! Choose a sharp cheese like cheddar or even a mild cheese like havarti. It's the perfect complement to the creamy avocado.
This sandwich is very substantial but you may like to serve baked chips, tomato soup or a fresh salad as a side.
This recipe for Avocado cheese toast provides approximately 311 calories.
What's the nutrition in this recipe?
Hope you enjoy this Avocado Tomato Grilled Cheese recipe! Be sure to check out these other avocado favorites:
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Avocado Tomato Toast
Ingredients
- 1 slice wheat bread
- 1 tbsp. honey mustard
- 1-2 slices tomato
- ½ avocado sliced
- 1 slice cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Toast bread lightly then spread honey mustard on.
- Add sliced avocado, tomatoes and cheese.
- Place under broiler just until cheese melts.
Notes
- Use a firm substantial bread for best results.
- Use your favorite honey mustard dressing or other sandwich spread you prefer.
- Slice tomatoes and avocado thinly.
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