Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Creamy melted cheese meets vibrant basil pesto, all nestled between crispy, golden-brown bread slices. Perfect for cozy dinners or casual lunches, this quick and customizable dish promises an explosion of flavor in every bite, making it a standout choice for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering all items and preheating a skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, spread pesto and layer with shredded mozzarella. Top with the second slice, buttered side facing out.
- Grill the sandwich in the skillet until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Flip and repeat on the other side.
- Once both sides are golden and cheese is melted, remove from heat and let cool briefly before slicing.
- Serve warm, optionally with extra pesto for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing cheeses like cheddar or gouda. Enhance with toppings such as sliced tomatoes or crispy bacon for an extra twist.