20-Minute Black Bean Grilled Cheese That’s Irresistibly Good
A vegetarian twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich with black beans and cheddar for a protein-packed meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 slices hearty sandwich bread (like sourdough or whole wheat)
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Butter (for grilling the bread)
- Optional: chopped cilantro or green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the black beans with onions, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until soft.
- Assemble the sandwiches by layering the bean mixture and cheese between buttered bread slices.
- Grill in a skillet over medium heat until golden and the cheese is melted, about 3–4 minutes per side.
- Garnish with cilantro or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting.
- Adjust spices to taste.
- Pair with a side of salsa or avocado for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg