A quick and delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese, featuring fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil for a taste of Caprese salad in a toasty sandwich.
Ingredients
- 2 slices Bread preferably sourdough or your choice
- 4 slices Fresh mozzarella thick slices
- 2 slices Tomato ripe slices
- 3 leaves Fresh basil whole leaves
- 1 tablespoon Butter at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze optional, for drizzling
Instructions
- Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Layer mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil leaves on the unbuttered side of one slice.
- Top with the other slice of bread, butter side out.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and the cheese has melted.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze before serving, if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg