Grilled Gorgonzola and Beet Green Sandwich

Gorgonzola is a type of blue cheese that originated in Italy and is named after the town of Gorgonzola in the region of Lombardy.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Grilled Gorgonzola and Beet Green Sandwich

Cooking Method: Grilling, Toasting Cuisine: Fusion, International Courses: Lunch, Sandwich, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 2 Calories: 780

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 ounce Gorgonzola cheese
• 2 cup Beet greens
• 4 piece Bread slices
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 teaspoon Balsamic glaze
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat grill or grill pan.
2. Rinse and dry the beet greens.
3. In a small bowl, combine salt and pepper.
4. Brush one side of each bread slice with butter.
5. Place the buttered side down on a clean surface.
6. Crumble Gorgonzola cheese over two slices of bread.
7. Arrange the beet greens evenly over the cheese.
8. Sprinkle the salt and pepper mixture over the beet greens.
9. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the greens.
10. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
11. Grill the sandwiches until cheese is melted and bread is toasted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
12. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
13. Cut sandwiches in half and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 390kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21g33%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.