Best 5 Grilled Cream Cheese Sandwich With Banana And Pineapple Salsa Recipes

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In the realm of sweet and savory culinary creations, the grilled cream cheese sandwich with banana and pineapple salsa stands as a testament to the harmonious fusion of flavors. This sandwich boasts a medley of textures, with the creamy richness of cream cheese, the caramelized crunch of grilled bread, the sweet and juicy burst of banana, and the vibrant acidity of pineapple salsa. It's a delightful combination that's perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast, lunch, or even a light dinner. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your grill, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to tantalize your taste buds with every bite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED PINEAPPLE-JICAMA SALSA



Grilled Pineapple-Jicama Salsa image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 small pineapple, peeled, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rings
1 red bell pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 small jicama, peeled and finely diced
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 red chile peppers (such as Thai bird or Fresno), stemmed and finely diced
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to high. Brush the pineapple and bell pepper with canola oil; grill, turning, until the pineapple is golden brown on both sides and the pepper is slightly charred, about 6 minutes.
  • Let the bell pepper cool, then peel, seed and dice. Dice the pineapple and place in a bowl. Add the bell pepper, jicama, red onion, chiles, vinegar, olive oil and basil; season with salt and pepper and toss.

GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA



Grilled Pineapple Salsa image

This is my favorite salsa to go with summer grilling! Have served this for guests and family and everyone loves it! Serve with grilled chicken breast, fish, or pork.

Provided by Elaine

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ fresh pineapple - peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
cooking spray
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 small sweet onion, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 small jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Spray pineapple pieces with cooking spray.
  • Cook pineapple on the grill until lightly browned and caramelized, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove pineapple from grill and cool; chop.
  • Mix pineapple, red bell pepper, onion, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, garlic, lime juice, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper together in a bowl; refrigerate until chilled and flavors blend, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 196.6 mg, Sugar 6 g

GRILLED CREAM CHEESE SANDWICH



Grilled Cream Cheese Sandwich image

I love all grilled sandwiches! This one is very easy to make and it's great on it's own or with additions. I use low fat cream cheese and it's always good.

Provided by mydesigirl

Categories     Breakfast

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons butter
2 slices bread
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
2 chopped scallions
2 slices pork or 2 slices turkey
1/2 sliced apple
2 teaspoons strawberry preserves

Steps:

  • Melt 1 teaspoon butter in a small skillet.
  • Spread cream cheese on one slice of bread.
  • If adding extras-do so now.
  • Cover with second slice of bread and butter the top slice with the other teaspoon of butter.
  • Place in hot buttered skillet on unbuttered side.
  • Grill until lightly browned.
  • Flip it and lightly brown the other side.
  • Serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.1, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 62.9, Sodium 558.7, Carbohydrate 50.4, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 19.6, Protein 8.3

GRILLED PINEAPPLE-CHEESE SANDWICH



Grilled Pineapple-Cheese Sandwich image

Bring together savory and sweet tastes with our Grilled Pineapple-Cheese Sandwich. This pineapple-cheese sandwich is served on tasty cinnamon-raisin bread.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Hot Sandwiches

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 canned pineapple ring, well drained
2 slices cinnamon-raisin bread
1 KRAFT 2% Milk Singles
2 tsp. soft margarine

Steps:

  • Pat pineapple dry with paper towel. Fill bread slices with pineapple and 2% Milk Singles.
  • Spread outside of sandwich with margarine.
  • Cook in skillet on medium heat 3 min. on each side or until golden brown on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 940 mg, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 11 g, Protein 11 g

GRILLED HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH WITH PINEAPPLE



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Okay, ham, cheese and pineapple what a wonderful combination! This recipe was printed in Food Everyday, March 2005.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices sandwich bread (I prefer whole wheat)
2 slices swiss cheese
2 ounces thinly sliced ham
2 pineapple slices, cored (thin slices)
3 fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • On the sandwich bread, layer cheese, ham, pineapple, basil and a second slice of cheese; top with remaining bread.
  • Melt the butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
  • When butter is melted, place sandwich in skillet and cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Flip the sandwich and cook another 2 to 3 minutes or until second side is golden and cheese is melted.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 18.7, Cholesterol 111.5, Sodium 1391.1, Carbohydrate 49.6, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 18.5, Protein 32.6

Tips:

  • Use thick-sliced bread for a sturdy sandwich that can hold up to the fillings.
  • Spread the cream cheese evenly on the bread, making sure to get all the way to the edges.
  • Grill the sandwich over medium heat until the bread is golden brown and the cream cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Top the sandwich with the banana-pineapple salsa and serve immediately.
  • For a sweeter sandwich, use ripe bananas and pineapple.
  • For a spicier sandwich, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the salsa.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also make this sandwich in a panini press or on a griddle.

Conclusion:

The grilled cream cheese sandwich with banana-pineapple salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The sweet and tangy salsa pairs perfectly with the creamy cheese and grilled bread. This sandwich is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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