Description
This Cheesy Cauliflower Grilled Cheese is a healthy twist on a classic comfort food. It uses crispy cauliflower crust instead of bread, filled with gooey melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups riced)
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Rice cauliflower in a food processor. Microwave for 4-5 minutes until soft. Cool slightly, then squeeze out all moisture using a clean towel or cheesecloth.
- In a bowl, mix riced cauliflower, egg, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Divide into four equal rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and firm.
- Once crusts are slightly cooled, top two of them with mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Place the other two crusts on top.
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium-low. Grill each sandwich 3-4 minutes per side until crispy and cheese is melted.
- Let rest for 1 minute before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- This recipe is suitable for keto and gluten-free diets.
- Quick to prepare, it works well for lunches or snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking and Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg