Grilled Cheese with Ham
A golden, crispy vegan grilled cheese sandwich stuffed with smoky plant-based ham and melty cheese — comfort food that tastes rebellious yet wholesome.
Ingredients
For the Sandwich:
- 4 slices of bread whole wheat or sourdough
- 4 slices vegan cheese or ½ cup shredded vegan cheese
- 4 slices vegan ham
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter or margarine
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard optional but classy
For Serving:
- Vegan ketchup mustard, or tomato soup
Instructions
- Spread vegan butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Heat a skillet on medium heat.
- Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, on the skillet.
- Layer with vegan cheese, vegan ham, and a hint of mustard.
- Top with another bread slice, buttered side up.
- Grill until the bottom turns golden brown, about 3–4 minutes.
- Flip and toast the other side until the cheese melts and bread crisps.
- Remove from heat, slice diagonally (obviously), and serve hot.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 335
- Total Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 12%
- Iron: 9%
- Vitamin B12: 15%
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Potassium: 14%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use smoked vegan ham for an extra punch of flavor.
- Add caramelized onions for a sweet-savory twist.
- Brush the bread edges with vegan butter mixed with garlic for more richness.
- Pair it with soup, salad, or your favorite binge-watch session.
- Feeling fancy? Sprinkle vegan parmesan before grilling.