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Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:2Jump to Nutrition Facts
Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:2
Active Time:20 mins
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:20 mins
Total Time:
Servings:2
Servings:
2
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Nutrition Notes
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients4cupsfinely chopped fresh broccoli florets3tablespoonswater2½tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided2clovesgarlic, finely chopped (2 teaspoons)1teaspoonsalt-freeItalian seasoning⅛teaspooncrushed red pepper½teaspoongratedlemon zest¼teaspoonsalt4slicescrustywhole-wheat bread(about ⅓-inch thick), divided¾cupshreddedfontina cheese, divided
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Ingredients
4cupsfinely chopped fresh broccoli florets
3tablespoonswater
2½tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided
2clovesgarlic, finely chopped (2 teaspoons)
1teaspoonsalt-freeItalian seasoning
⅛teaspooncrushed red pepper
½teaspoongratedlemon zest
¼teaspoonsalt
4slicescrustywhole-wheat bread(about ⅓-inch thick), divided
¾cupshreddedfontina cheese, divided
Directions
Combine 4 cups broccoli and 3 tablespoons water in a large skillet; cook, covered, over medium-high heat until the broccoli is almost tender, about 2 minutes. Uncover, reduce heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon oil, the chopped garlic, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is fragrant, the broccoli is tender, and the water has evaporated, about 1 minute. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl; stir in ½ teaspoon lemon zest and ¼ teaspoon salt. Wipe the skillet clean.
Place 2 bread slices flat on a work surface; top each with 3 tablespoons cheese and half of the broccoli mixture (about 1 cup). Sprinkle with the remaining 6 tablespoons cheese; top with the remaining 2 bread slices, gently pressing to flatten.
Heat the remaining 1½ tablespoons oil in the clean skillet over medium heat. Add the sandwiches; cook, covered, until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can store the broccoli melts in an airtight container for up to 3 days. We recommend heating the leftovers the same way they were cooked, frying the sandwiches in a skillet with a little oil or butter.
One great thing about melts is that they are highly customizable with whatever ingredients you have in your refrigerator or pantry. You can use any cheese you prefer, switch out the broccoli for broccolini or cauliflower, use a different type of bread or add bite-size pieces of cooked chicken, pork or beef.
This sandwich pairs well with almost any soup you can think of, whether you’re cravingchicken soup,minestroneorbean soup, and a simple side salad can add freshness to your meal.
EatingWell.com, November 2024
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)558Calories34gFat42gCarbs25gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
- Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.
Carrie Myers, M.S.
andLinda Frahm
Linda Frahm
