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Kale Pesto Avocado Grilled CheeseIMG_5248edit

Kale Pesto Avocado Grilled Cheese

Yield: 4 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Hearty, cheesy, nutritious and filled with plenty of greens! Can be served for lunch or dinner for the entire family!
5 stars (1 rating)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
  • 8 slices whole wheat bread
  • 2 avocados, halved, seeded, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup pesto, homemade or store-bought

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add garlic to the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in kale until bright green and wilted, about 3-4 minutes; set aside.
  • Preheat a waffle iron to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the top and bottom of the waffle iron or coat with nonstick spray.
  • Working in batches, place bread slices into the waffle iron. Top with kale, avocado, mozzarella, pesto and remaining bread slices.
  • Close gently and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.