Best 12 Tomato Basil Grilled Cheese Recipes

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Kickstart your day with a satisfying and flavorful culinary experience by preparing an irresistible tomato basil grilled cheese sandwich. This classic comfort food recipe is a delightful combination of juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and gooey melted cheese sandwiched between two perfectly toasted bread slices. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this quick and easy-to-follow recipe that's perfect for a satisfying lunch, a light dinner, or a cozy snack.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TOMATO-BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES



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All the flavors of Pizza Margherita in fewer than 20 minutes make this the perfect meal for the whole family. My daughters call them "those special grilled cheese sandwiches." -Donna Fazenbaker, Goldsboro, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 plum tomato, sliced
4 slices multigrain bread
Dash each salt and pepper
8 fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon butter, softened

Steps:

  • Layer the cheese and tomato slices over two bread slices; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with basil leaves and remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter., In a small skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 605mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

BASIL-TOMATO GRILLED CHEESE



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The tastes of summer abound in this easy Italian-style grilled cheese sandwich. Not only is it delicious, it's super-fast, so you can get back to those summer outdoor activities. -Sylvia Schmitt, Sun City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices Italian bread (3/4 inch thick)
8 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 large plum tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • On four slices of bread, layer mozzarella cheese and tomatoes; sprinkle with the basil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Top with remaining bread. , In a small bowl, combine the oil, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder; brush over the outsides of each sandwich. , In a skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

GRILLED EGGPLANT STACKS WITH GOAT CHEESE, TOMATO AND BASIL SAUCE



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A great summertime dish, this is an incredibly delicious recipe. I like to serve these eggplant stacks with grilled steak or chicken but these tasty stacks are good enough all on their own. The combination of the basil oil drizzled on the layers of eggplant with the goat cheese and tomato work so well together. You can't go wrong if you want to use feta instead of the goat cheese, I made a few with each and they are both equally delicious. If you are entertaining, these are a perfect choice to make ahead of time and than bake when you are ready to serve and they make a beautiful presentation!

Provided by Everything Tasty Ki

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large eggplant
3 large tomatoes
1 cup goat cheese or 1 cup feta
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf
1/2 lemon, juice of, fresh
2 garlic cloves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cut the eggplant into ½" thick rounds. Lightly season them with salt on both sides and let sit on a paper towel for 30 minutes to let water to come out of the eggplant.
  • Brush or drizzle olive oil on top of each slice and grill them for 2 -3 minutes each side until cooked.
  • Blend the basil leaves with 4 tablespoons olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor or blender until smooth.
  • Cut the tomatoes crosswise to 1/4" thick rounds.
  • On an oiled baking pan or using parchment paper, arrange 4 eggplant rounds side by side. Spread 1/2 tablespoon of the basil-garlic mixture on top of each one, then generously sprinkle the cheese crumbs. Top each with tomato rings. Add another layer of eggplant, basil spread, cheese and tomato rounds and top with the rest of the crumbled feta. Make as many layers as you can. Usually, 1 large eggplant will make 4, 3 layer stacks.
  • Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes until the tomatoes are wilted and the cheese is soft and melted.
  • Enjoy!

FRESH TOMATO, BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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This is a low good fat version of a grilled cheese seasoned with fresh and dried herbs and garden fresh tomatoes. I used a regular pan but for ease you can use a nonstick pan.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 8m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 slices bread
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pinch dried Italian seasoning
1 1/2 ounces sliced low-fat cheese
2 slices fresh tomatoes
2 -4 fresh basil leaves
pepper

Steps:

  • Mix oil and dried herbs and spread on 1 side of both slices of bread.
  • Preheat non stick pan to medium heat.
  • Seasoned side down add slice of cheese, tomato, fresh ground pepper, basil and other slice of cheese topping with second slice of bread seasoned side up.
  • Place in pan with a weight on it and cook for 1 minute till browned flip and cook for an other minute till cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 518.3, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 14.6

GRILLED CHEESE WITH TOMATO AND BASIL



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These sandwiches were cooked on a grill, but a skillet would work just as well. Choose your favorite kind of cheese. We prefer a variety that melts easily, such as Gouda or Swiss, but cheddar is also good.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
8 slices white bread
12 ounces Gouda or Swiss cheese
1 large ripe tomato, thinly sliced
1 handful fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Butter one side of each slice of bread. Arrange 4 slices, buttered side down, on clean work surface. Divide cheese evenly among 4 slices of bread. Arrange tomato slices over cheese, cutting slices in half to fit if necessary. Scatter basil leaves over tomatoes. Top with remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
  • Place sandwiches on a medium-hot grill, off direct heat. Cook until bread is golden and cheese is beginning to melt, about 4 minutes depending on heat of grill.
  • Turn sandwiches over, and continue grilling until bread is golden and cheese is completely melted. Move to a slightly cooler part of the grill to melt if bread is darkening too much.

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.

CREAMY TOMATO BASIL SOUP WITH MINI GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES



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You'll love the rich creaminess of this delicious soup with Greek yogurt!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 container (5.3 oz) Liberté® Greek plain yogurt
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (1 oz)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
6 slices (1/2 inch thick) whole-grain bread
3 slices (1 oz each) Cheddar cheese, cut in half
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
9 (4-inch) wooden skewers

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan, heat oil, onion and garlic over medium-low heat 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is soft and translucent.
  • Add tomatoes; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; add yogurt, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons basil leaves, the salt and pepper. In blender, place soup mixture. Cover; puree until smooth.
  • Spread butter on 1 side of each bread slice. Arrange 3 slices bread, buttered side down, on work surface, and place 2 slices cheese and 1 teaspoon of the basil leaves on each bread slice. Top with remaining 3 bread slices, buttered sides up. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook 3 sandwiches at a time over medium heat, turning once, until golden brown and cheese just melts. Cut each sandwich into 6 squares. Place 2 sandwich squares onto each skewer.
  • To serve, spoon soup into small cups; place sandwich skewer on top of cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 500 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

GRILLED CHEESE WITH TOMATO, PEPPERS AND BASIL



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Classic grilled cheese sandwiches with a kick. Delicious! These are great with a bowl of tomato soup with a little basil added.

Provided by Mindy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Grilled Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 (1 ounce) slices bread
4 slices Cheddar cheese
1 large tomato, sliced
2 serrano peppers, seeded and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons dried basil
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Butter one side of each slice of bread, and place 4 of the slices butter-side down on a griddle over medium heat.
  • On each piece of bread, place one slice of cheese, 1 slice of tomato, and a few slices of serrano pepper. Sprinkle dried basil and salt and pepper to taste. Top each sandwich with a slice of buttered bread, butter-side up.
  • Grill sandwiches until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 606.5 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

PROSCIUTTO, TOMATO AND BASIL GRILLED CHEESE



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Adding the tomato after the sandwich has cooked and cheese melted make this grilled cheese different. Its great not to have a mushy hot tomato in a grilled cheese. From Bon Appetit

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices sourdough bread, country loaf cut on deep diagonal 1/3 inch thick slices
4 slices prosciutto
8 large fresh basil leaves
8 slices asiago cheese, 1/4 inch (young or drained fresh mozzarella cheese)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (dried)
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 slices tomatoes, 1/3 inch (from about 1 large)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Lightly butter 1 side of each bread slice.
  • Top unbuttered side of 2 pieces with 2 proscuitto slices, then 4 basil leaves, then cheese slices.
  • Sprinkle with salt and crushed red pepper. Top with remaining bread, buttered side up.
  • Heat olive oil in an oven proof skillet over medium high. Cook until golden brown on the bottom, about 4 minutes.
  • Turn sandwich over and transfer to the oven to bake until cheese is melted. Remove.
  • carefully lift off top bread slices and insert 3 tomato slices into each, top again and serve.

GRILLED-TOMATO PIZZETTES WITH BASIL AND FONTINA CHEESE



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These crisp mini-pizzas are layered with grilled tomatoes and Fontina cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 recipe Grilled Tomatoes
1/2 pound store-bought pizza dough
Flour, for work surface
1 1/4 cups shredded Fontina cheese
Fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • After preparing grilled tomatoes, reduce grill to low. Divide pizza dough into four pieces. On a lightly floured work surface, shape dough into rough 12-inch-long ovals. Alternate between rolling the dough with a pin and stretching it with your hands. If it tears, pinch dough together to patch.
  • Place dough on grill. Cook until lightly charred on one side, 3 to 4 minutes; press lightly with a spatula to deflate any air bubbles.
  • Flip dough; layer with cheese and grilled tomatoes, dividing evenly. Cover grill; cook until cheese melts and bottoms of crusts are charred, 4 to 6 minutes. Garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 g, Fat 16 g, Protein 14 g

GREEN SALAD WITH GRILLED CORN, CHEESE, BASIL, AND GRILLED-TOMATO VINAIGRETTE



Green Salad with Grilled Corn, Cheese, Basil, and Grilled-Tomato Vinaigrette image

Tomatoes grilled to the point of collapse are the key to this savory, chunky dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ears corn, husked
1 large tomato (3/4 pound)
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
Coarse salt
2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic (from 1 small garlic clove)
2 heads Boston lettuce, trimmed, leaves separated
1 cup fresh basil leaves
4 ounces caciocavallo or Parmesan cheese, shaved

Steps:

  • Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill corn, turning, until charred on all sides, about 5 minutes. When cool enough to handle, cut kernels from ears.
  • Cut tomato in half. Toss with 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt. Grill tomato, turning, until charred and softened, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. When cool enough to handle, remove skin and core; smash flesh with fingers. Whisk in vinegar, garlic, remaining 3 tablespoons oil, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Combine corn, lettuce, basil, and cheese. Toss with dressing, and season with salt if necessary. Serve immediately.

GRILLED BASIL-TOMATO-GOAT CHEESE CHICKEN



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Our herb boxes runneth over with basil... there's always chicken on hand... what else to do on a summer night than this amazingly gourmet-tasting but INCREDIBLY simple recipe? I originally got this recipe from some high-end cooking magazine but have tailored it - and guests love it! (not to mention my husband...)

Provided by wasabipea00

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 chicken breasts
1 tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons goat cheese
4 -6 basil leaves
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • trim chicken breasts and slice a slit into the breast as though cutting into two thin layers.
  • within each breast, layer the tomatoes, fresh basil, and goat cheese. hold together with toothpicks or kabob sticks cut in half.
  • grill as you would normally grill chicken breast on the barbeque.
  • devour!
  • (also tasty with a touch of dijon mustard).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.8, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 94.6, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 30.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and a creamy, flavorful cheese.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of bread. A hearty sourdough or a nutty whole wheat bread can add a lot of flavor to the sandwich.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can make this sandwich in a panini press or even in a regular skillet.
  • Serve the sandwich immediately with your favorite sides, such as chips, soup, or salad.

Conclusion:

This tomato basil grilled cheese sandwich is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and basil. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this sandwich is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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