Veggie Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup
Maya Feller, M.S., RD, CDN, of Brooklyn-based Maya Feller Nutrition, upgrades this popular budget-friendly combo. "Adding veggies to a classic sandwich—in this case, broccoli, zucchini and red bell pepper—boosts the nutrient-density of the meal," she says. This recipe was part of a feature story, "The Real Cost of Healthy Food."
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, divided
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small zucchini, diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets (1/2-inch)
- ¼ cup water plus 2 2/3 cups, divided
- 8 slices whole-wheat bread
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 (11 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup

