Caprese Grilled Cheese: 1 Perfect Italian Sandwich
A delicious and easy-to-make Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwich combining fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil for a tasty twist on a classic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sandwich bread
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Layer sliced mozzarella, tomato, and fresh basil leaves evenly between two slices of bread.
- Spread softened butter on the outer sides of each sandwich.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill sandwiches on each side for 2–3 minutes, or until golden and cheese is melted.
Notes
- Try using pesto for added flavor.
- Serve with your favorite soup for a complete meal.
- Experiment with breads like focaccia for unique flavor.
- Keep your skillet at medium heat to prevent burning.
- Pair with a light salad for a refreshing contrast.
- Let the sandwich sit for a minute before slicing to keep the cheese intact.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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