Description
Want an easy lunch idea? This quick and simple pesto grilled cheese is packed with flavor and makes the best cozy meal for any day. Try it for a healthy twist on a classic! Melty, easy, and totally beginner-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sandwich bread
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 3–4 slices fresh mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan (optional)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Spread pesto on the unbuttered side of one slice.
- Layer mozzarella and parmesan (if using) over the pesto.
- Top with the second slice, buttered side out.
- Heat skillet over medium and toast sandwich 3–4 minutes per side.
- Flip gently once golden and cheese is melted.
- Let sit 1 minute before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use sourdough or Italian bread for extra crunch.
- Try adding sliced tomato or red pepper inside.
- Garlic lovers can mix a bit into the pesto.
- Swap butter for olive oil for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg