Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of this avocado, melty mozzarella, and tomato grilled cheese. This sandwich offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a comforting and satisfying meal for any time of the day.
Ingredients
Sourdough Bread:
2 slices
Avocado:
1 ripe, sliced
Tomato:
1 medium-sized, sliced (heirloom preferred)
Fresh Mozzarella:
4 ounces, sliced
Pesto:
2 tablespoons
Olive Oil or Butter:
1 tablespoon
Salt and Pepper:
To taste
Fresh Basil Leaves:
Optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Slice avocado, tomato, and mozzarella. Set aside.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Spread pesto on one bread slice. Layer avocado, tomato, mozzarella. Season. Add basil.
- Close the Sandwich: Top with the second slice of bread.
- Heat the Pan: Heat oil or butter in a skillet.
- Grill the Sandwich: Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden. Flip and cook until cheese melts.
- Serve: Cut if desired, garnish with basil, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 530 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, avocado, mozzarella, tomato, sandwich, comfort food
