Caprese Grilled Cheese
Some days you just need a caprese grilled cheese, am I right? This recipe is easy to make, and jam packed with flavor. Perfect for days when you want a hot, cheesy sandwich without a lot of hassle.
Ingredients
- 4 slices bread
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in halves
- ¼ cup shallots, diced small
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons pesto, store-bought is fine
- 4 leaves basil
Equipment
- 1 non-stick pan
- 1 small mixing bowl
Instructions
- Cut four slices of bread and butter each side. Set aside.Combine sliced tomatoes, diced shallots, minced garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt and black pepper in a bowl. Let the tomatoes marinate for 15-20 minutes.Slice the mozzarella thin. It’s the perfect cheese caprese sandwiches need.Stir the pesto to make sure it is well combined. This acts as a caprese sauce for the grilled cheese sandwich.Heat a non-stick skillet or a cast iron pan over medium heat. Place down two slices of the bread butter side down. Layer on some mozzarella, then the marinated tomatoes. Next, add a few dollops of pesto, and a pinch of fresh basil leaves. Top with the second piece of bread, butter side up. Sear both sides until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 583kcal, Carbohydrates: 39g, Protein: 21g, Fat: 39g, Saturated Fat: 17g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 12g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 76mg, Sodium: 1481mg, Potassium: 431mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 9g, Vitamin A: 1456IU, Vitamin C: 21mg, Calcium: 419mg, Iron: 3mg