Simple Spinach and Feta Grilled Cheese Sandwich

I’m always looking for fun new vegetarian sandwiches to make, and this spinach and feta grilled cheese does not disappoint.

Spinach and feta are such a perfect combination. The feta brings a salty and creamy flavor to the humble spinach.

You can keep this sandwich very simple or amp it up with extra toppings or more cheese.

Tips for the Best Spinach and Feta Sandwich

• Use block feta cheese. You can buy feta in crumbles or in blocks. If you can, buy your feta in block form. The blocks don’t have any extra coating, so they blend in with the spinach better than the crumbles. Crumbled feta will still work if that is all you can find.
• Use good sourdough bread. Get a nice loaf of sourdough bread for these sandwiches if you can find it. Having a nice loaf of bread really makes a difference. You could also use a french or country bread in this recipe.
• Add in extra veggies for a burst of flavor. If you want to load up the sandwich, you can add in extra veggies like sun-dried tomatoes, green onions, or roasted red peppers.
• Preheat your griddle or skillet before toasting your sandwich. Heat up your pan before adding the sandwich to get a nice golden-brown crust. I love using a griddle or even a cast iron skillet to get a nice toast.

What to Serve with Spinach and Feta Grilled Cheese

You can serve this grilled cheese as a delicious lunch on its own or make it a larger meal for dinner. If you want to add an extra side with your grilled cheese, you can make some sweet potato fries, roasted tomato soup, or black bean soup.

Common Questions

Can I use frozen spinach?

You can use frozen spinach! It might take a little bit longer to break down and heat through, but you can use it in the same way. Once the spinach is heated through on the stove, you can add the feta.

How do I make it more cheesy?

If you want this to be a more cheesy grilled cheese feel free to add in a few slices of provolone or some shredded mozzarella cheese.

Can I use a panini press?

Absolutely! If you have a panini press, you should definitely use it in this recipe. Just make the sandwich as is, and in step 3, use your press instead of a skillet or griddle.

How many sandwiches does this recipe make?

This recipe makes one large sandwich. I am using a pretty large sourdough loaf. If you are just using regular sandwich bread you could maybe stretch this to 2 sandwiches.

Other Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

If you are looking for more ways to bring the traditional grilled cheese sandwich to the next level, you should try this spinach and artichoke grilled cheese or this pesto and sun-dried tomato grilled cheese.