Description
Grilled cheese with avocado, mozzarella, and tomato elevates classic sandwich comfort to gourmet heights. Melted cheese, creamy avocado, and juicy tomatoes create a perfect blend you’ll crave for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 slices bread
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tomato, sliced
Cheese and Oil:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the skillet by heating it to medium temperature, then brush one side of each bread slice with olive oil.
- On the unoiled side of bread, layer avocado slices evenly across the surface, followed by mozzarella cheese and tomato slices.
- Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the ingredients to enhance flavor.
- Carefully place the second bread slice on top, ensuring the oiled side faces upward.
- Position the sandwich in the heated skillet and cook for approximately 3 minutes until the bottom turns golden brown and crispy.
- Gently flip the sandwich and cook the opposite side for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching for the mozzarella to melt completely.
- Remove from skillet when both sides are uniformly bronzed and cheese appears creamy and fully melted.
- Transfer to a cutting board, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, slice diagonally, and serve immediately while warm and crisp.
Notes
- Choose ripe avocados that are slightly soft but not mushy for the best creamy texture and flavor in your grilled cheese.
- Opt for fresh mozzarella instead of pre-shredded to get that perfect melty consistency and rich taste.
- Experiment with different bread types like sourdough or ciabatta to add extra crunch and depth to the sandwich.
- For a healthier version, use whole grain bread and consider grilling instead of frying to reduce oil content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg