10-Minute Protein Packed Hummus Grilled Cheese For Quick Kids Tiffin

Are you planning to prepare something delicious with cheese and hummus? Worry not – we got you covered. Here is a simple recipe for a hummus grilled cheese sandwich packed for a perfect lunch packed with protein. Read to know more.

Shireen Jamooji

Updated Dec 3, 2024, 05:17 PM IST

For all the busy mums out there, thinking up and preparing wholesome tiffin recipes for kids can be a tedious job and adding a layer of cheese and other nutritious ingredients can instantly elevate a tiffin meal. If you are struggling with what would be best for your kid and are planning to prepare a perfect meal schedule, then this Hummus Grilled Cheese is a perfect match for you.

Hummus is healthy because it combines two nutritious ingredients: chickpeas and tahini (sesame paste). Chickpeas pack a lot of good stuff - they have protein and fibre that help fill you up, plus important vitamins and minerals like B vitamins, potassium, and calcium. Tahini is composed of antioxidants and minerals such as Phosphorus and Calcium. Because of all these nutrients, eating hummus can help you in a nutritious diet which aids in meeting your dietary requirements, especially if you're looking to eat more vegetables or plant-based proteins. Additionally, cheese contains proteins and essential amino acids.

Whether you’re using homemade or store-bought hummus, this innovative grilled cheese is an exciting recipe for tiffins as we all know what can be an option for a growing child's needs.

Hummus Grilled Cheese Recipe - Serves 1

Prep Time: 10 minutes, Cook Time: 5 minutes

Prepared with wholesome ingredients, this recipe combines the creamy flavours of hummus with the richness of melted cheese for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Quantity	Ingredients
For the grilled cheese:
2 slices	Bread
3 tbsp	Hummus
1/4 cup	Cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tsp	Butter
For the hummus:
1 cup	Chickpeas, boiled
2 tbsp	Tahini
1 tbsp	Lemon juice
1 clove	Garlic, minced
1 tsp	Cumin powder
2 tbsp	Olive oil
To taste	Salt

Method

In a blender or food processor, combine 1 cup boiled chickpeas, 2 tbsp tahini, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 clove garlic, and ½ tsp cumin.
Add 2-3 tbsp of reserved cooking water or plain water to achieve a smooth consistency while blending.
Gradually drizzle in 2 tbsp olive oil while blending. Add salt to taste. Blend until creamy and smooth. Set aside.
Evenly spread 1½ tbsp of hummus on the inner (non-buttered) side of each bread slice. Ensure the hummus is applied thinly but evenly.
Sprinkle ¼ cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the hummus on one slice.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 2 tsp butter, allowing it to melt.
Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, in the skillet. Top with the second slice, hummus side down. Move the sandwich gently around the skillet to coat with the butter.
Grill for 3-4 minutes, pressing lightly with a spatula for even browning. Flip the sandwich carefully and cook the other side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Remove from the skillet, cut diagonally if desired, and serve immediately.

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