Mediterranean Grilled Cheese

#44 in my '100 30 Minute Meals' series is this Mediterranean Grilled Cheese. Melty mozzarella, tangy feta, roasted red peppers, banana peppers, and olives are layered between crispy golden bread, then finished with a cheesy crust on the outside.

Why You'll Love this Mediterranean Grilled Cheese:

• It comes together in under 20 minutes.
• You only need one pan. Less clean up is always a win in my book!
• The crispy cheese crust really takes it over the top!

Ingredient Notes:

• Mozzarella Cheese: Provides the gooey melt factor and helps create the crispy cheese crust.
• Feta Cheese: Adds a salty, tangy flavor that makes the sandwich distinctly Greek-inspired.
• Roasted Red Peppers: Sweet and smoky, balancing the briny ingredients.
• Banana Peppers: Add a mild tang and slight kick.
• Olives: Salty deliciousness.
• Bread or Pita: A sturdy bread works best for holding all the fillings.

Dietary Swaps:

• Gluten-Free: Use your favorite gluten-free bread.
• Lower Fat: Use reduced-fat mozzarella and feta.
• Dairy-Free: Substitute your favorite dairy-free cheeses.

Recipe Variations:

• Add sauteed spinach.
• Spread a little hummus inside the sandwich before assembling.
• Add grilled or rotisserie chicken for extra protein.
• Use sun-dried tomatoes instead of roasted red peppers.
• Drizzle with a little balsamic glaze before serving.

Tips & Recipe Notes:

• Shred your own mozzarella from a block if possible for the best melt.
• Pat roasted red peppers & banana peppers dry before adding them to prevent a soggy sandwich.

More 30 Minute Meals You Will Love:

• Roast Beef Sandwich with Horseradish Sauce
• Greek Salad with Tortellini
• White Bean & Couscous Tabbouleh Salad
• Crunchy Romaine Salad

Recipe

Mediterranean Grilled Cheese

Melty mozzarella, tangy feta, roasted red peppers, banana peppers, and olives are layered between crispy golden bread, then finished with a cheesy crust.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Sandwich

Servings 1 Sandwich

Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 slices bread or 1 pita, split
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1-2 tablespoon sliced roasted red peppers
• 1-2 tablespoon sliced banana peppers
• 1-2 tablespoon chopped olives

Instructions

 

• Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
• Add one slice of bread to the pan.
• Layer with about one-third of the mozzarella cheese.
• Add roasted red peppers, banana peppers, olives, and feta cheese.
• Top with another one-third of the mozzarella and the second slice of bread.
• Cook for 2-4 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
• Sprinkle half of the remaining mozzarella directly into the skillet and place the sandwich on top.
• Cook another 1-2 minutes until the cheese crisps onto the bread.
• Repeat on the other side with the remaining mozzarella.
• Slice and serve immediately.

Notes

• Shred your own mozzarella from a block if possible for the best melt.
• Pat roasted red peppers & banana peppers dry before adding them to prevent a soggy sandwich.
• Nutrition Information is an estimate only. 

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 28gFat: 40gFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

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