Description
This Sun-Dried Tomato, Spinach, and Ricotta Grilled Cheese is a melty, savory, and slightly tangy sandwich layered with creamy ricotta, sautéed spinach, and flavorful sun-dried tomatoes. Wrapped in crispy golden bread and finished with gooey mozzarella, it’s a quick and cozy comfort meal done in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
2 slices sourdough or rustic white bread
2 tablespoons ricotta cheese
1⁄4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1⁄4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, chopped)
1⁄3 cup fresh spinach leaves
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (softened)
1 teaspoon olive oil (for sautéing)
Optional: 1 small garlic clove (cut in half for rubbing)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and sauté for 1–2 minutes until wilted. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add optional garlic powder or chili flakes for extra flavor.
3. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
4. On the unbuttered side, spread the ricotta mixture, then layer on mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and sautéed spinach.
5. Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
6. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook sandwich for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing lightly, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
7. Let rest for a minute before slicing and serving.
Notes
Always sauté the spinach first to prevent sogginess in the sandwich.
For a golden crust, use room temperature butter and preheat your pan.
Layer mozzarella between ricotta and tomatoes to ensure even melt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Grilled Cheese, Ricotta Sandwich, Vegetarian Lunch