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Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Time: 30 Minutes ・ Difficulty: Easy ・ Serves: 4 People

Close-up of Italian grilled cheese sandwich.

Ingredients

  • 8 slices whole-wheat baguette (1-2 in thick)

  • 8 whole basil leaves

  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Roasted Red Pepper Relish

  • 1/2 cup minced roasted red peppers

  • 1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives

  • 2 Tbsp chiffonade fresh Arugula

  • 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar

  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

  • 1/4 tsp sea salt

To increase flavor, brush bread slices with olive oil after toasting. Please note this will increase calorie and fat amounts.

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix red peppers and olives together. Fold in arugula, vinegar, pepper and salt.

  2. In a toaster oven, lightly toast bread slices. Remove from oven and top each slice with 1 fresh basil leaf and 1 tablespoon mozzarella. Place under a broiler or toaster oven until cheese is melted.

  3. Place 2 baguettes on a plate and top each baguette with 2 tablespoons roasted red pepper relish.

Nutrition

Calories300
Protein14 g
Sodium661 mg
Carbohydrates36 g
Fat11 g
Fiber6 g
Cholesterol18 mg
Servings4