Carrot Chive and Cheese Toastie

Carrot Chive and Cheese Toastie

Macronutrients per 100g

Energy

246kcal

Sugar

4g

Fat

2g

Fiber

2g

Sat fat

7g

Protein

8g

Carbs

22g

Sodium

298mg

Ingredients

- 1 finely grated Carrot
- 35g / 1.2oz grated Cheddar
- 1.5 tsp finely chopped Chives
- 2 slices White bread
- 1 tbsp Full-fat cream cheese
- 2 tsp softened Unsalted butter
- pinch freshly ground Black pepper

Preparation

1. Squeeze the juice from 1 finely grated Carrot.
2. Mix the Carrot, 35g / 1.2oz grated Cheddar, 1.5 tsp finely chopped Chives, and a pinch of freshly ground Black pepper in a bowl.
3. Spread 0.5 tbsp Full-fat cream cheese on 1 slice of White bread.
4. Distribute the Carrot mixture evenly on the cream cheese side of the bread.
5. Spread 0.5 tbsp Full-fat cream cheese on the other slice of White bread and place it on top, cream cheese side facing down.
6. Heat a griddle pan over medium heat.
7. Spread 2 tsp softened Unsalted butter on the top side of the sandwich.
8. Place the sandwich buttered side down on the pan, then spread butter on the other side.
9. Cook for a few minutes until golden and crispy, then flip and cook the other side until golden and the cheese is melted.

Micronutrients % of RDI

Iron

12% of RDI

Magnesium

14% of RDI

Vitamin C

2% of RDI

Omega 3

1% of RDI

Vitamin A

1% of RDI

Calcium

14% of RDI

Folate

54% of RDI

Good to know

While wholemeal foods like brown bread are safe for babies, they can fill up quickly. Therefore, it’s best to offer whole-grain foods in moderation.