Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Pesto Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwich. This delightful twist on the classic features gooey mozzarella, creamy avocado, and zesty pesto all nestled between crisp sourdough bread. Perfect for quick lunches or cozy dinners, every bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors that will elevate your culinary experience. Plus, it’s simple enough to whip up any day of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 tbsp pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop for easy assembly.
- Spread softened butter generously on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer mozzarella slices, followed by avocado slices, and drizzle pesto over the top.
- Place the second slice of bread on top, buttered side facing out.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- Once both sides are crispy and the cheese is melted, slice and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 715mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment by adding tomatoes or spinach. To avoid sogginess, lightly toast the bread before assembling. Store leftovers wrapped tightly in foil in the refrigerator for up to two days; reheat in a skillet.