Garlic Butter Zucchini Grilled Cheese
A golden, buttery grilled cheese stuffed with garlicky sautéed zucchini, melty mozzarella, and cheddar. Easy, flavorful, and a clever way to get more veggies into your day.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices of bread your choice
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini, garlic, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook 5–7 minutes until tender and golden. Set aside.
- Melt remaining 2 tbsp butter in a separate skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Layer mozzarella, zucchini, and cheddar between bread slices in the skillet.
- Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cheese melts. Press lightly with a spatula.
- Cut in half, garnish with basil if desired, and serve hot.