Description
This Mediterranean Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines creamy, tangy feta cheese with gooey mozzarella, briny Kalamata olives, fresh tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all sandwiched between slices of hearty sourdough bread and grilled to golden perfection. A delicious twist on a classic comfort food that brings vibrant Mediterranean flavors to your lunch or dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 4 slices of hearty sourdough or whole-grain bread
Cheese
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 4 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
Vegetables and Herbs
- 10 Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
- 6 fresh basil leaves
Other
- 2 tablespoons butter (for grilling)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Slice the olives, tomatoes, and basil leaves. Crumble the feta cheese and shred the mozzarella if not pre-shredded.
- Mix the cheeses and olives: In a small bowl, combine crumbled feta, shredded mozzarella, and sliced Kalamata olives, mixing until evenly distributed.
- Butter the bread: Place one slice of bread butter side down on a clean surface. This will be the bottom slice for your sandwich.
- Assemble the sandwich: Evenly spread the feta and mozzarella mixture over the buttered side of the bread slice.
- Add tomatoes and basil: Layer the tomato slices and fresh basil leaves on top of the cheese mixture for freshness and flavor.
- Top with second slice: Place another slice of bread on top, butter side up, to complete the sandwich assembly.
- Heat the skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium heat to prepare for grilling the sandwich.
- Grill the sandwich: Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing lightly with a spatula to ensure even grilling. Cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese melts inside.
- Serve: Remove from skillet, slice the sandwich in half, and serve warm with your choice of a side salad or chips. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use hearty sourdough or whole-grain bread as it holds up well to grilling and fillings.
- Butter the bread generously for a crispy, golden crust.
- Press gently while grilling to help the cheese melt evenly.
- For a stronger basil flavor, lightly bruise the leaves before adding.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and melty cheese experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
