Rating: 3.47
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5-Minute Caprese Grilled Cheese

November 1, 2024

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.

Caprese Grilled Cheese
5-Minute Caprese Grilled Cheese
3.47 from 15 votes
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.
Servings 1 people
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

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
Calories: 350kcal
Meal Type: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Caprese, grilled cheese, sandwich
Cooking Method: Grilled
Time: <30 Min
Level: Easy
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Join the Conversation
  1. 5 stars
    Short and sweet recipe! Caprese is the best. 😊

  2. User avatar arnoldo.ankunding2006 says:

    4 stars
    My kid wouldn’t eat it, too β€˜green’. Guess kids don’t like basil. But I loved it.

    1. User avatar Leto Atreides says:

      2 stars
      Ain’t no way my kids would eat that! What’s the point of green stuff anyway? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ

    2. 4 stars
      Maybe try leaving out the basil next time? Kids can be picky. But glad you enjoyed it!

  3. User avatar lazaro.stroman says:

    1 star
    I think I did something wrong… the bread burned before the cheese melted!

    1. 3 stars
      Burned bread? Yikes! That’s a big oof. πŸ˜‚ You gotta watch it closely, especially if you’re new to grilled cheese!

    2. 4 stars
      Maybe your heat was too high? I usually start on medium-low to get it just right. Don’t give up!

  4. User avatar lynell.corwin10 says:

    5 stars
    5 stars! I used white bread and it still came out great! Who needs sourdough?

  5. User avatar dedra.zieme32 says:

    2 stars
    Really? Just 5 minutes? It took me forever to make. The cheese just wouldn’t melt right.

  6. 5 stars
    This was super easy and so good! I added some avocados too. Yum!

  7. User avatar ernie.ledner1980 says:

    5 stars
    Never thought of putting basil in a grilled cheese! My new favorite.

  8. User avatar mia.bruen14 says:

    3 stars
    Easy recipe but tastes a bit bland. Needs salt or something.

  9. 3 stars
    Is balsamic glaze really needed? I don’t see the point… but whatever.

    1. User avatar terminatorXYZ says:

      4 stars
      Balsamic glaze adds a nice sweetness and balance to the savory flavors. You might change your mind when you try it!

  10. User avatar emeline.paucek94 says:

    2 stars
    Grilled cheese is not even Italian. Caprese made it bad.

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