Mediterranean Grilled Cheese Sandwich
A cheesy delight infused with fresh Mediterranean flavors, perfect for brunch or a quick dinner. This sandwich will elevate your meal experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 thick slices of sourdough or ciabatta
- 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives
- A handful of fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Spread butter or drizzle olive oil on one side of each bread slice.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer fresh mozzarella, crumbled feta, sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and basil leaves. Top with the second slice.
- Place the sandwich in the heated skillet and grill until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip and press down with a spatula; cook for another 3-4 minutes until both sides are crispy and cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, slice in half if desired, and serve hot with a side salad or chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (180g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider swapping feta with goat cheese or adding roasted red peppers. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge; reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.