Easy Pickle and Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese
Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese | This crispy grilled cheese with goat cheese and pickles combines crispy bread, melty mozzarella cheese, crisp juicy pickles, and smooth goat cheese. It’s perfect for an easy lunch or a quick dinner.
If you’re like me, then you believe that pickles make everything better. Pickle pizza, pickle salad, and this pickle grilled cheese. Add soft goat cheese and you’ve got pickle and goat cheese grilled cheese. The perfect balance of crispy, crunchy, and gooey texture, bursting with tangy, savoury goodness.
Pickle and goat cheese grilled cheese is a delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich that delivers creamy, crunchy, and tangy in every single bite. The combination of creamy goat cheese with the juicy, crisp pickles creates the perfect contrast. This sandwich is a must try if you’re looking for something new and flavourful for lunch!
This grilled goat cheese sandwich takes less than 10 minutes to make, making it ideal for quick lunches or an easy weeknight dinner. It’s easy to make and great for those who love delicious twists on classic comfort foods. It’s also a fantastic choice for vegetarians!
All you need to make this grilled cheese recipe is two slices of white bread, creamy goat cheese, a harder cheese like mozzarella or havarti, your favourite dill pickles, and some butter to spread.
How to cook the perfect grilled cheese
The best way to cook grilled cheese to get that balance of toasted golden brown bread and melty cheese is to cook it low and slow. That means to cook the grilled cheese at a medium heat (even medium low) for 2-4 minutes per side. That way, you don’t risk burning the bread and having unmelted cheese on the inside.
Is goat cheese good in grilled cheese sandwiches?
Goat cheese is a great addition to a grilled cheese sandwich. Its tangy taste and creamy texture add contrast to your typical melted cheese and crispy bread. The soft, spreadable consistency ensures an even melt. Whether used on its own or combined with other cheeses, goat cheese adds a unique flavour and texture to the simple grilled cheese.
What cheese goes with goat cheese?
Pairing goat cheese with other cheeses can really elevate a grilled cheese. Cheddar is a great choice because its sharp flavour complements the tangy taste of goat cheese. Mozzarella adds a mild flavor and a stretchy texture that balances the tanginess and creaminess of goat cheese. Try feta, for its tangy flavor and crumbly texture, or Gruyère, which offers a nutty and slightly sweet taste.
Ingredients
More about the ingredients in this recipe. The exact measurements are below.
Substitutions
Instructions
Butter the two slices of bread, and place the butter sides down on a piece of plastic wrap.
Spread the goat cheese onto one side of the bread.
Top the goat cheese with the pickle slices.
Add the mozzarella.
Close the sandwich and transfer it to your pan.
Fry for 3-4 minutes, until golden and crispy. Then flip it, and fry the other side for 3-4 minutes.
Slice the grilled cheese in half and serve.
Tips for making
What to serve with goat cheese grilled cheese
Grilled cheese and tomato soup is a classic pairing! Other soups would be delicious as well, like my Carrot Lentil Soup or my Lima Bean Soup.
Serve grilled cheese for lunch with a green salad, pasta salad, fries, or a side of chips.
If you can’t get enough grilled cheese, try my Bagel Grilled Cheese.
Learn how to make grilled cheese in the air fryer.
Storage
Grilled cheese is best when eaten immediately after making it, but it can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat it in the oven at 350°F/180°C for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through. You could also bake it in an air fryer, or pan fry it.
FAQ’s
Yes, goat cheese can melt. Because of its soft and spreadable texture, it melts evenly and becomes soft and creamy.
Pickle and goat cheese grilled cheese
Equipment
- 1 non stick or cast iron pan
- 1 spatula
Ingredients
- 4 slices white bread
- 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
- 4 tablespoons goat cheese
- 2 oz mozzarella cheese sliced or shredded
- 2-3 dill pickles sliced
Instructions
- Heat a non stick or cast iron pan over medium/medium-low heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread and place them butter sides down onto a piece of plastic wrap to prevent them from sticking.
- Spread the goat cheese onto 2 pieces of the bread, or crumble it if it's too hard to spread. Add the pickles on top of the goat cheese, and then the mozzarella slices.
- Close the sandwiches with the other pieces of bread, with the butter sides facing upwards.
- Transfer the sandwich to the pan and fry for 2-4 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Flip the sandwich over and fry for another 2-4 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
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Erika Piper
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