Best Fresh Tomato Basil Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipes

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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 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

THREE-CHEESE AND BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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A grown-up version of grilled cheese sandwiches.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Grilled Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon mayonnaise
2 slices bread
1 slice jalapeno Jack cheese
1 roma tomato, thinly sliced
1 slice mozzarella cheese
4 leaves fresh basil, chiffonade (rolled and cut into ribbons)
1 slice Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread 1/2 teaspoon mayonnaise on each slice of bread. Place bread slices mayo-side down in the hot skillet. Place jalapeno Jack cheese on 1 slice of bread, and top with tomato slices. Place mozzarella cheese on the other slice, top with basil, then top with Cheddar cheese. Cook until bread turns golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Carefully invert the piece with the tomato onto the piece with the basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 805.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

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.

GRILLED TOMATO, BASIL, AND GOAT CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Categories     Sandwich     Cheese     Tomato     Vegetarian     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 16-ounce French-bread baguette
2/3 cup olive oil
8 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped mixed fresh herbs (such as tarragon, thyme, and rosemary)
3/4 cup soft fresh goat cheese (plain, peppered, or herbed)
4 large plum tomatoes, thinly sliced into rounds
2 cups coarsely chopped pitted Mediterranean olives

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Cut baguette crosswise in half. Cut each half lengthwise in half to form 4 pieces total. Combine oil, garlic, and herbs in small bowl. Brush all cut sides of bread with half of oil mixture.
  • Grill bread, cut sides down, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Remove from grill. Quickly spread cut sides of toast with goat cheese. Top with tomatoes and olives, dividing equally. Drizzle remaining oil mixture on top.
  • Return open-face sandwiches to grill. Cook until bottom sides are toasted, cheese melts, and tomatoes begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Cut each sandwich diagonally in half and serve.

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