Green Goddess Grilled Cheese (Print)

Herby spread, creamy avocado, and melty cheese between golden grilled bread for a vibrant, satisfying lunch.

# Components:

→ Green Goddess Spread

01 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
02 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
03 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, finely chopped
09 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Sandwich

10 - 4 slices sourdough or country bread
11 - 2 tablespoons butter, softened
12 - 1 cup baby spinach or arugula
13 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
14 - 4 slices provolone cheese or Swiss or mozzarella

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, basil, chives, and tarragon. Season with salt and pepper, then blend until smooth and creamy.
02 - Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
03 - Arrange two bread slices, butter-side down, on a clean surface. Spread a generous layer of Green Goddess spread on the unbuttered side of each slice.
04 - Top each prepared bread slice with provolone cheese, baby spinach or arugula, and sliced avocado.
05 - Spread additional Green Goddess spread on the unbuttered sides of the remaining bread slices and place them on top of the sandwiches, butter-side facing up.
06 - Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place assembled sandwiches on the hot surface and grill, pressing lightly, for 3 to 4 minutes per side until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
07 - Slice each sandwich in half and serve warm.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • The Green Goddess spread gives old-school grilled cheese a garden-fresh upgrade—people will want the secret.
  • Even picky eaters find themselves reaching for seconds, and it sneaks in a serving of greens without any fuss.
02 -
  • Don’t rush the skillet—medium heat ensures golden bread and melty cheese, while high heat scorches before the insides are ready.
  • Layer the cheese next to the bread so it melts evenly and properly glues everything together—otherwise greens might escape.
03 -
  • Let the sandwiches rest for a minute after grilling to avoid scalding cheese burns and give flavors time to mingle.
  • Rubbing the cut side of a garlic clove over toasted bread before assembling brings a punch of flavor that’ll surprise everyone.
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