Caciocavallo alla Griglia

Caciocavallo alla Griglia is a delightful Italian grilled cheese dish that showcases the rich, nutty flavors of caciocavallo cheese. Perfect as a healthy snack, it is grilled to perfection and served with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of herbs.

Ingredients

• Caciocavallo cheese - 200 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh oregano - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Fresh basil - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2. Slice the caciocavallo cheese into thick slices (about 1.5 cm each).
3. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese slices and season with salt and black pepper.
4. Place the cheese on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and slightly melted.
5. Once grilled, remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh oregano and basil.
6. Serve immediately, drizzling with a little more olive oil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 1 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 26 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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