Pesto Mozzarella Grilled Cheese
This Pesto Mozzarella Grilled Cheese sandwich combines fresh basil pesto with creamy mozzarella, toasted between golden, buttery bread. It’s a quick and versatile meal option that’s both affordable and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 8
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
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- 2 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 2–3 tablespoons basil pesto
- 100 grams fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Lay out the two slices of bread on a clean surface.
- Spread pesto evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- Place mozzarella slices over the pesto on one slice of bread, covering the surface.
- Top with the other slice of bread, pesto side down, to form a sandwich.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or olive oil.
- Once melted and hot, place the sandwich in the skillet.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
- Carefully flip the sandwich and cook the other side for another 3–4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula.
- Remove from the skillet and let rest for 1 minute before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use chicken ham as an optional addition for extra protein.
Feel free to add fresh tomato or spinach inside for more texture.
For a dairy-free version, substitute mozzarella with vegan cheese alternatives.
Avoid overloading the sandwich to prevent sogginess.
Find it online: https://quickrecipetricks.com/pesto-mozzarella-grilled-cheese/