Mediterranean Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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A close-up of a Mediterranean Grilled Cheese Sandwich with golden, crispy bread, melted mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, stacked on a wooden board.

Craving a twist on the classic grilled cheese? This Mediterranean Grilled Cheese Sandwich is packed with bold flavors from sun-dried tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh spinach, and pesto. It’s a crispy, golden delight that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your plate in under 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner, this sandwich pairs beautifully with a warm bowl of tomato soup or a fresh green salad. Let’s dive into this simple yet irresistible recipe!

Ingredients

  • 2 slices of whole-grain bread
  • 2 slices of mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons of sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of spinach leaves
  • 1 tablespoon of pesto
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
A top-down view of Mediterranean Grilled Cheese Sandwich ingredients arranged on a wooden cutting board, including whole-grain bread, mozzarella slices, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, a jar of pesto, and olive oil.
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Preparation Steps

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Spread pesto on one side of each bread slice.
  3. Layer mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach on one slice of bread, pesto side up.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Top with the second slice of bread, pesto side down.
  6. Grill the sandwich in the pan until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  7. Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve warm.

Prep Time

10 mins | Cooking Time: 8 mins | Total Time: 18 mins

Calories

320 kcal per serving | Servings: 1 serving

Suggested Pairings

  • Tomato soup
  • Simple green salad
  • Olives and feta cheese platter

A close-up of a Mediterranean Grilled Cheese Sandwich with golden, crispy bread, melted mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, stacked on a wooden board.

Mediterranean Grilled Cheese Sandwich

A delicious Mediterranean twist on the classic grilled cheese, featuring sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and pesto for a burst of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Sandwich
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 1 serving
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Sandwich Ingredients

  • 2 slices whole-grain bread
  • 2 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup spinach leaves
  • 1 tablespoon pesto
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Spread pesto on one side of each bread slice.
  • Layer mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach on one slice of bread, pesto side up.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Top with the second slice of bread, pesto side down.
  • Grill the sandwich in the pan until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  • Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve warm.

Notes

Pair this sandwich with tomato soup, a simple green salad, or an olives and feta cheese platter for a complete meal.
Keyword Grilled Cheese, Vegetarian