Best 7 Grilled Cheese With Spinach Tomato Recipes

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Grilled cheese with spinach tomato is a classic comfort food made with gooey cheese, crispy bread, and the vibrant flavors of spinach and tomato. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a satisfying snack, or a nostalgic dinner, this sandwich has you covered. With its simple ingredients and endless variations, it's no wonder that grilled cheese with spinach tomato has become a beloved favorite of people of all ages. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for this iconic sandwich, offering tips on how to achieve the perfect balance of flavors and textures. From classic combinations to unique twists, we've got you covered. So, grab a loaf of bread, some cheese, and let's dive into the world of grilled cheese with spinach tomato!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED TOMATO AND CHEESE



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Butter does more for a grilled cheese than just browning the bread. Using cultured butter, one made with fermented cream, can add depth and a touch of sweet and tangy richness, thereby elevating the sandwich to new heights.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large or 2 medium heirloom or beefsteak tomatoes
Kosher salt
Eight 1/3- to 1/2-inch-thick slices Pullman bread
12 slices sharp Cheddar or American cheese
6 tablespoons cultured butter, softened

Steps:

  • Thinly slice the tomatoes and lay them on a paper towel. Sprinkle with salt and let sit to release any water, about 15 minutes. Pat dry.
  • Lay out 4 slices of the bread on a work surface. Layer each with 2 slices of cheese, making sure that they cover to the edges. Follow with 2 slices of tomato and then 1 more slice of cheese. Close the sandwiches with the remaining bread. Thinly and evenly spread the butter on both sides of the bread using about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter for each sandwich.
  • Place 2 sandwiches into a nonstick medium skillet over medium heat. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the bread is evenly golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip, cover again and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is visibly melted, about 2 minutes more. Repeat with the remaining sandwiches.

GRILLED CHEESE AND TOMATO SANDWICHES



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Grilled Cheese and Tomato Sandwiches are so easy and delicious, perfect for that lunchtime fix. Perfectly melted cheese surrounding a juicy tomato inside with toasted whole grain bread outside, make this sandwich the ultimate comfort food.

Provided by Country Crock®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Country Crock®

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 slices whole grain bread
1 tablespoon Country Crock® Spread
1 medium tomato, sliced
4 ounces sliced Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spread Country Crock® Spread on one side of each bread slice.
  • Place 2 slices, Spread side down, in skillet. Top each with tomato, then cheese, then remaining bread slice, Spread side up.
  • Cook until lightly browned on one side. Flip over and cook until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 59.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 573.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

PESTO GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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I first had this sandwich at a small restaurant and immediately went home to duplicate the recipe. I've been making my grilled cheese sandwiches this way ever since!

Provided by RASSA2

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices Italian bread
1 tablespoon softened butter, divided
1 tablespoon prepared pesto sauce, divided
1 slice provolone cheese
2 slices tomato
1 slice American cheese

Steps:

  • Spread one side of a slice of bread with butter, and place it, buttered side down, into a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread the top of the bread slice in the skillet with half the pesto sauce, and place a slice of provolone cheese, the tomato slices, and the slice of American cheese onto the pesto.
  • Spread remaining pesto sauce on one side of the second slice of bread, and place the bread slice, pesto side down, onto the sandwich. Butter the top side of the sandwich.
  • Gently fry the sandwich, flipping once, until both sides of the bread are golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24.2 g, Cholesterol 81.7 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 1107.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

GRILLED CHEESE WITH TOMATO



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Tricia Curley puts a tasty Italian twist on a lunchtime tradition. The Joliet, Illinois cook's speedy skillet sandwich features mozzarella, tomato slices, oregano and basil.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 slices Italian bread
1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 slices tomato
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Place one slice, butter side down, in a skillet; top with half of the cheese. Layer with tomato and remaining cheese; sprinkle with oregano and basil. Top with remaining bread, butter side up. Cook over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.

Nutrition Facts :

GRILLED CHEESE WITH SPINACH & TOMATO



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This is a wonderful sandwich!! I was making myself a grilled cheese sandwich about a week ago, and decided to get a little creative with it. It came out spectacular. This is a nice change from your average grilled cheese :-) AND DONT BE AFRAID TO TRY IT! Even if you dont like spinach, try the sandwich.. its great!!!

Provided by love4culinary

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 16m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 slice American cheese (or whatever kind you prefer)
2 slices tomatoes
6 spinach leaves, torn in half (more or less, you decide, I like a lot!!)
2 slices white bread (or whatever kind you prefer, if you use large slices you may need to add more ingredients)
1 tablespoon margarine or 1 tablespoon butter
1 dash salt
1 dash garlic powder

Steps:

  • spray frying pan with cooking spray.
  • Turn stove on to medium heat, and add tomatoes to outside edges of pan, and add spinach to center.
  • Sprinkle salt and garlic over the vegetables.
  • Toss spinach frequently, and turn tomatoes over after a minute or so.
  • cook tomato just until it gets a little soft, but do not wait until it gets mushy.
  • Cook spinach until slightly wilted.
  • Take both out when they are done and set aside.
  • Wipe pan out with towel, and heat on medium.
  • Butter one piece of bread as you would for a regular grilled cheese sandwich.
  • Put bread in pan, and place cheese on top and then place spinach and tomato on top of the cheese.
  • Allow to heat.
  • Butter the other piece of bread, and fry sandwich until nicely browned on both sides.
  • Remove and Serve!

SPINACH RICOTTA GRILLED CHEESE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
5 ounces baby spinach
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup ricotta
1 cup grated mozzarella
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
8 slices Easy Milk Bread, or any sturdy bread, sliced 1/3- inch-thick
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, spinach and scant 1/2 teaspoon salt. Saute until the spinach has completely wilted. Transfer the spinach to a strainer set over a bowl. Cool to room temperature. When the spinach is cool enough to handle, squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  • Roughly chop the spinach and add it to a medium bowl. Add the ricotta, mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir to combine and set aside.
  • Lay the sliced bread on a clean work surface. Coat the top of each slice with butter. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Lay 4 of the slices in the skillet, butter-side down. Scoop about 1/3 cup of the ricotta mixture onto each slice. Spread the mixture evenly to cover the whole slice, then top with the other slices of bread, butter-side up. Cook until the first side is golden and toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully flip the sandwiches and cook until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melty, an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the sandwiches to a clean work surface and let them cool for 1 minute before slicing.

TOMATO-BASIL GRILLED CHEESE



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My teenager and I were in a lovely coffee shop and she was hungry for a sandwich. She never eats vegetables but loved this, so of course I had to duplicate it at home. -Kathryn Hudson, Bethel Park, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
8 slices sourdough bread
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • Layer the cheese, basil and tomatoes on four bread slices. Sprinkle tomatoes with salt and pepper. Top with remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter., Cook in a preheated panini maker or indoor electric grill until bread is browned and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the grilled cheese sandwich will be. Use fresh spinach, ripe tomatoes, and a good quality cheese that melts well.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When grilling the sandwich, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the sandwich from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the sandwich over medium heat: Cook the sandwich over medium heat so that the cheese has time to melt and the bread has time to toast.
  • Flip the sandwich halfway through cooking: Flip the sandwich halfway through cooking so that both sides are evenly browned.
  • Let the sandwich rest before serving: Let the sandwich rest for a few minutes before serving so that the cheese has time to set.
  • Experiment with different cheeses and toppings: There are many different types of cheese and toppings that you can use to make a grilled cheese sandwich. Experiment to find your favorite combination.

Conclusion:

Grilled cheese sandwiches are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a snack. They are also a great way to use up leftover ingredients. With so many different variations, there is a grilled cheese sandwich out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious meal, give grilled cheese a try.

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