Grilled Cheese Burrito
A delicious mashup of gooey cheese and crispy tortillas, perfect for a quick meal or gathering with friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 large tortillas (flour, whole wheat, or corn)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- 1 tablespoon butter (or margarine/olive oil for dairy-free)
- Optional fillings: cooked bacon, sautéed vegetables, black beans
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each tortilla.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet, butter-side down and top with half of the cheese.
- Add your optional fillings over the cheese, then top with remaining cheese and another tortilla, butter-side up.
- Flip the burrito once the bottom is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Press gently while cooking the second side for another 2-3 minutes until crispy.
- Slice in half and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with salsa or guacamole and a fresh salad for balance. Experiment with different fillings and flavor combinations!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: grilled cheese burrito, comfort food, quick meal
Find it online: https://platefulkitchen.com/grilled-cheese-burrito/