Best 3 Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipes

CAPRESE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH

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These caprese grilled cheese sandwiches are a delicious comfort-food classic that the whole family will love.

Provided by Eat Good 4 Life

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

Ingredients
2 tomatoes, sliced about 1/2 inch thick
2 - 4 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp pesto sauce
4 oz Arla® sliced Fontina cheese
4 oz Arla® sliced Havarti cheese
12 - 15 basil leaves
8 slices whole grain bread

Steps:

Instructions
Heat a large griddle or skillet over medium heat.
Brush the outsides of each slice of bread with olive oil, then brush the other side with pesto. Layer sandwich with one slice of Havarti and Fontina cheese, followed by tomatoes and basil. Finish with a slice of bread. Place sandwiches in the prepared griddle until cheese is melty and each side is golden, about 3-5 minutes per side. Serve immediately.

CAPRESE SANDWICH

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This caprese sandwich is a staple in my family. We make it several times a month when things are hectic and we need a fast, fresh and healthy dinner-it's always a hit! -Stacey Johnson, Tacoma, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

6 tablespoons wasabi mayonnaise or plain mayonnaise
8 slices sourdough bread (1/2-inch thick), toasted
2 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

Steps:

Spread mayonnaise on 1 side of each slice of toast. Top half the toast slices with tomatoes, salt and pepper. Add onion, mozzarella and basil; top with remaining bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Fat 29g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

GRILLED CAPRESE SANDWICH

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This sandwich is the perfect summer sandwich. It is fresh, light and it's grilled...what else could you ask for on a hot summer evening? These can also be made on the stovetop or a panini press.

Provided by GotBoxer

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 slices Italian bread, sliced 3/4-inch thick
8 slices fresh whole milk mozzarella cheese
2 roma tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh parmesan cheese, shredded
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

On four slices of bread layer the mozzerella cheese and tomatoes.
Sprinkle with basil, vinegar, salt and pepper.
Top with remaining slices of bread.
In a small bowl combine oil, parmesan cheese and garlic powder.
Brush over both sides of each sandwich and either place on a grill over medium heat, or cook in a skillet until golden brown.