Tzatziki Grilled Cheese Recipe
This tzatziki grilled cheese is loaded with toasted bread, melted cheese, and a creamy garlic sauce! This Greek-inspired grilled cheese is made with American cheese and feta for a delicious tangy twist on a classic sandwich.
This is one loaded sandwich that makes a fantastic and easy 10-minute lunch – grilled cheese with tzatziki sauce is ready in no time! A favorite quick meal loaded with flavor in each bite.
Want more great vegetarian lunch ideas? Try our kale and pear salad, spicy sesame kale noodles, and our favorite split pea soup with sweet potatoes.
I first made this recipe for National Grilled Cheese Day, which is an actual ‘holiday’! I’ve always been a fan of grilled cheeses, but decided to make this one extra special. I added some tzatziki sauce (which is a traditional Greek creamy garlic and dill sauce) that was just calling out to be used in this sandwich.
We made our favorite tofu shawarma recipe the other night and I had some tzatziki sauce left over that was perfect in this sandwich. It turned out creamy, flavorful, and SO yummy for a quick and easy lunch.
This Tzatziki Grilled Cheese with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe Is:
- Melty
- Fresh
- Loaded with Flavor
- Gooey
- Bright
- Ready in 10 minutes
What Is Tzatziki Sauce
Tzatziki is a traditional Greek dip made with cucumber, Greek Yogurt, dill, garlic, and lemon juice or vinegar. I make an easy vegan tzatziki which we love to eat on our homestead.
I love adding a dollop of tzatziki on pitas, shawarmas, or just as a dip for veggies. Whether you use a yogurt-based tzatziki or a dairy-free tzatziki, it tastes great in a grilled cheese! It adds a layer of creamy garlicky goodness. You can’t go wrong with a tzatziki grilled cheese.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Be sure to visit the recipe card below for full ingredient amounts and recipe instructions!
- Olive Oil: I like to use this fruity olive oil which has a fantastic flavor and deep color- it’s really inexpensive online here, so I keep a few liters stocked up in my pantry.
- Bread – I like to use thick crusty bread for my grilled cheese.
- Spinach or any greens of choice
- American Cheese and Feta – I like using both for a delicious texture and flavor together.
- Tzatziki Sauce: My vegan tzatziki recipe is great in this grilled cheese.
Additions and Substitutions
You can make your own tzatziki, or use store-bought. I’ve seen many new varieties of tzatiki in the refrigerated deli section of my grocery store near the other dips (like salsa).
Add fun fillings – roasted red peppers, sliced kalamata olives, or thinly sliced tomatoes.
You can use all American cheese, or add another sprinkle of your cheese of choice inside the sandwich.
How Do I Make Creamy Garlic Grilled Cheese?
- Brush one side of bread with olive oil. Place it oil-side down on a plate.
- Add the a few leaves of baby spinach, 1 slice of American cheese, a thin layer of the tzatziki sauce, and crumbled feta to top. Place the other side of the bread on top of the feta, and brush the top side with olive oil.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat until the pan is hot. Add the grilled cheese sandwich, cook for 3-4 minutes until the bread is golden brown, and flip
- Cook the second side for another 3-4 minutes until toasted, and the cheese begins to melt.
- Remove from the pan, slice in half, and enjoy!
Recipe FAQs
Yes, press in a panini press for 5-10 minutes until bread is toasted golden brown – this is a great alternative to stove-top grilled cheese.
You can use any variety of bread you prefer – white, wheat, or whole grain. Use a gluten free version if needed.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to 1 day. This sandwich is best fresh, but you can enjoy leftovers within 24 hours.
More Quick Lunch Ideas
- Savory Cottage Cheese Salad with Vegetables Recipe
- Easy Potsticker Salad Recipe
- Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad with Peanut Sauce Recipe
- Lentil Sloppy Joes Recipe with Cooked or Canned Lentils
- Vegetarian Udon Noodle Soup Recipe
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Tzatziki Grilled Cheese
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 slices bread use gluten free if needed
- 1/8 cup baby spinach
- 1 slice American cheese or other melty cheese
- 1/4 cup feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons tzatziki sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Brush one side of bread with olive oil. Place it oil-side down on a plate.
- Add a few leaves of baby spinach, 1 slice of American cheese, a thin layer of the tzatziki sauce, and crumbled feta to top. Place the other side of the bread on top of the feta, and brush the top side with olive oil.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat until the pan is hot. Add the butter until melted. Add the grilled cheese sandwich, cook for 3-4 minutes until the bread is golden brown, and flip
- Cook the second side for another 3-4 minutes until toasted, and the cheese begins to melt.
- Remove from the pan, slice in half, and enjoy!
Notes
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