**Grilled Tomato Sandwiches: A Delightful Summer Treat**
When summer's bounty of ripe, juicy tomatoes is at its peak, there's nothing quite like a grilled tomato sandwich. This classic sandwich combines the sweet and savory flavors of tomatoes with the smoky char of grilled bread and the creamy richness of cheese. It's the perfect light lunch or dinner, and it's easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.
**3 Scrumptious Tomato Sandwich Recipes:**
1. **Classic Grilled Tomato Sandwich:** This timeless recipe features fresh tomato slices, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper, grilled between two slices of buttered bread.
2. **Caprese Grilled Tomato Sandwich:** This Italian-inspired variation includes fresh mozzarella cheese, basil, and balsamic vinegar, along with the classic tomato, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.
3. **BLT Grilled Tomato Sandwich:** This hearty sandwich combines the classic BLT (bacon, lettuce, and tomato) with grilled tomatoes, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.
All three of these recipes offer a unique twist on the classic grilled tomato sandwich. Whether you prefer the simplicity of the classic, the Mediterranean flair of the Caprese, or the hearty satisfaction of the BLT, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love.
GRILLED CHEESE AND TOMATO SANDWICHES
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
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
GRILLED BACON-TOMATO SANDWICHES
My family loves these sandwiches and they are very easy to prepare. Fresh basil, tangy Italian dressing and melted cheese meld perfectly together in this simple sandwich. -Betty Snoddy, Franklin, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Top 2 slices of bread with a slice of cheese each; layer each with 2 tomato slices, 2 bacon strips, half of the basil and another cheese slice. Top with remaining bread. Brush dressing over outside of sandwiches., In a large skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
GRILLED BACON, TOMATO AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
Dinner ready in just 20 minutes! Enjoy these cheesy skillet grilled sandwiches made using bacon and tomatoes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Top 4 of the bread slices with bacon, tomato and cheese. Cover with remaining bread slices. Spread outside of sandwiches with margarine.
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until hot. Place sandwiches, 2 at a time if necessary, in skillet; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown, turning once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 3 g
GRILLED CHEDDAR, TOMATO AND BACON SANDWICHES
Categories Sandwich Cheese Pork Tomato Kid-Friendly Lunch Cheddar Bacon Spring Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium heat until brown and crisp, turning occasionally, about 6 minutes. Transfer bacon to paper towels and drain. Wash and dry skillet.
- Place 4 bread slices on work surface. Press 1/4 cup grated cheese onto each slice. Top each with 2 tomato slices. Sprinkle with pepper. Place 2 bacon slices atop each, breaking into pieces if necessary to fit. Press 1/4 cup grated cheese over bacon on each. Top sandwiches with remaining bread slices, then spread 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise over top of each sandwich. Heat 2 heavy large skillets over medium heat. Add 2 sandwiches, mayonnaise side down, to each skillet. Place plate atop both sandwiches to weigh down. Cook sandwiches until bottom is golden brown, about 2 minutes. Spread top of each sandwich with 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise. Turn sandwiches over, mayonnaise side down. Top with plates and cook until golden brown on bottom, about 2 minutes. Transfer sandwiches to work surface. Cut sandwiches crosswise in half and serve
TOMATO-BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES
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
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.
GRILLED TOMATO-CHEESE SANDWICHES
Give this classic an awesome twist! Turn plain ol' grilled cheese into a bistro-like sandwich with a variety of cheeses and fresh ingredients. We know you'll love it! Elaine Haskins - Troutville, PA
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sprinkle tomatoes and onion over four bread slices. Layer with cheese slices; top with remaining bread. Butter outsides of sandwiches., Toast on a heated griddle for 2-3 minutes on each side or until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Fat 39g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 903mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO AND BASIL
This recipe served as the cover photo for the August 2007 issue of Food and Wine magazine. I couldn't get my mind off the photo and made these the very next day. This is a perfect summertime sandwich! Quick, easy and delicious. Prep time includes marinating time.
Provided by Dine Dish
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk 1/4 cup of the olive oil with the lemon zest, lemon juice, thyme, garlic and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper. Spoon 1» tablespoons of the mixture into a medium bowl, add the tomatoes and turn to coat. Add the chicken to the large bowl and turn to coat. Let the tomatoes and chicken stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Light a grill. Brush the rolls with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and grill over high heat until golden. Add the chicken to the grill, season with salt and pepper and grill over high heat, turning once, until cooked through and lightly charred, about 6 minutes. Place the chicken on the rolls and top with the mozzarella, tomato and basil. Spoon any tomato juices on the top half of the bun, close the sandwiches and serve.
GRILLED TOMATO-AND-MOZZARELLA SANDWICHES
Top these tomato-and-mozzarella sandwiches with ribbon-trimmed toothpicks for a festive touch.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes
Yield Makes 16
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Using a 2- or 2 1/2-inch round cookie cutter (depending on size of tomatoes), cut out bread and mozzarella.
- Season tomatoes with salt and pepper. Sandwich 1 tomato slice and 1 mozzarella slice between 2 slices of bread. Repeat with remaining tomatoes, mozzarella, and bread to make 16 sandwiches.
- Preheat a grill to medium, or heat a grill pan over medium heat. Brush outsides of bread with butter. Grill sandwiches until golden brown and mozzarella is soft but not completely melted, about 5 minutes per side.
GRILLED EGGPLANT, TOMATO AND 2-CHEESE SANDWICHES
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories lunch, main course
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Wash and trim eggplant. Cut into 4 long slices and parboil in water to cover for 1 minute. Drain.
- Wash, trim and slice zucchini lengthwise into 4 slices.
- Prepare double-size stovetop grill and spray the slices on one side with pan spray. Arrange them on the grill sprayed side down, and grill on the stovetop grill for a couple of minutes. Spray and turn and grill a few more minutes, until tender.
- Slice crust from ends of the bread. Cut into 4 long slices.
- Coarsely grate the cheeses.
- Remove the zucchini from the grill; set aside.
- Mix the anchovy paste with the vinegar.
- Spread the eggplant slices on one side with anchovy mixture, then spray with pan spray and grill on stovetop over medium-high heat for a few minutes, until browned.
- Grill the bread on both sides.
- Chop the basil. Prepare and slice each tomato into 4 thick slices.
- Turn the eggplant and brush with vinegar-anchovy mixture, then spray with pan spray and grill a couple of minutes, until browned on the other side.
- Arrange the eggplant, mozzarella, zucchini, Parmigiano, tomatoes and basil on each of two slices. Season with pepper. Top with remaining bread and cut in half.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 776, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 105 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 19 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1310 milligrams, Sugar 29 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CREAMY TOMATO BASIL SOUP WITH MINI GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES
You'll love the rich creaminess of this delicious soup with Greek yogurt!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In 4-quart saucepan, heat oil, onion and garlic over medium-low heat 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is soft and translucent.
- Add tomatoes; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; add yogurt, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons basil leaves, the salt and pepper. In blender, place soup mixture. Cover; puree until smooth.
- Spread butter on 1 side of each bread slice. Arrange 3 slices bread, buttered side down, on work surface, and place 2 slices cheese and 1 teaspoon of the basil leaves on each bread slice. Top with remaining 3 bread slices, buttered sides up. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook 3 sandwiches at a time over medium heat, turning once, until golden brown and cheese just melts. Cut each sandwich into 6 squares. Place 2 sandwich squares onto each skewer.
- To serve, spoon soup into small cups; place sandwich skewer on top of cup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 500 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
GRILLED TOMATO AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
Based on a recipe from Pam Spaude's & Jan Owan-McMenamin, R.D.'s cookbook, One Year of Healthy, Hearty & Simple One-Dish Meals. They recommend serving this with cottage cheese (1/4 cup per person), a fresh fruit, or a glass of milk to complete the meal. My DH and I like these for lunch accompanied with fruit. Per serving: 221 calories, 15.9 mg cholesterol, 493 mg sodium, 2.8 gm saturated fat, 7 gm fat.
Provided by mersaydees
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Take two bread slices and place cheese and tomato slices on top.
- Cover with remaining 2 slices of bread.
- Prepare skillet by spraying with nonstick cooking spray and toast both sides of sandwiches until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.4, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 9.1, Sodium 404.6, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 10.6
GRILLED CHEESE, PICKLE AND TOMATO SANDWICHES
I know I know! This sounds like a strange combo but I love weird sandwich combinations and I came up with this one using 3 of about my favorite foods in the world Pickles, Tomatoes and good old American cheese. Tastes delicious!
Provided by Little Bee
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 12m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spread butter on one side each of 2 slices of bread.
- Place 1 piece of American cheese on a non-buttered side of bread.
- Place tomato slices on top of the cheese.
- Lay thin slices of dill pickle on top of tomato slices.
- Put other slice of bread, butter side up, on top.
- Fry in a pan until both sides are nicely browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.4, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 545.9, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 8
CREAMY TOMATO SOUP WITH GRILLED CHEDDAR-BASIL SANDWICHES
"This creamy tomato soup is an updated version of a childhood favorite - Muir Glen's consistently fresh tomato flavor and moisture content make it a perfect soup base that will deliver the same great flavors every time you make it." says Chef Will Gilson from Garden at the Cellar Gastropub in Boston
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In 4-quart saucepan, heat olive oil, onion and garlic over medium heat 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is soft and translucent.
- Reduce heat to low. Add tomatoes; heat 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; add remaining soup ingredients. In blender, place soup mixture. Cover; puree until smooth.
- Spread butter on 1 side of each bread slice. Arrange 6 slices bread, buttered side down, on work surface, and place 2 slices cheese and 2 basil leaves on each bread slice. Top with remaining 6 bread slices, buttered sides up. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook 2 sandwiches at a time over medium heat until golden brown and cheese just melts; repeat for remaining sandwiches. Serve with soup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 1150 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 g
MASALA TOMATO SOUP WITH BOMBAY GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES
Is there anything more comforting than grilled cheese and tomato soup? This recipe kicks this iconic combo up a notch, adding texture and complexity to the sandwiches with a vibrant cilantro chutney and thinly sliced onions-inspired by the Bombay toasts made in South Asian home kitchens. Warming spices (including a rich chhonk of tempered cumin seeds) make the dish even cozier. This is meant to be a quick-to-assemble meal but let the soup simmer on low heat for even longer if you want deeper flavors.
Provided by Priya Krishna
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For the soup: In a large Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat until shimmering, add the onion, ginger and garlic, and cook, stirring, until the onion is translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes, broth, heavy cream, garam masala, pepper and salt and stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Cover and cook until the flavors have really deepened and the soup has thickened, 20 to 30 minutes.
- In the meantime, make the chhonk: Melt the ghee in a butter warmer or small pan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and toast for a minute or less, until the cumin seeds turn fragrant and a deeper shade of brown. Remove from the heat and stir in the chile powder and asafetida. Drizzle the chhonk over the soup once it's done.
- While the soup is cooking, make the chutney and assemble and cook your sandwiches.
- For the sandwiches: Spread a thin layer of the chutney on four slices of the bread, then evenly distribute the cheese on top (adding more, if you'd like), followed by the onions. Close each sandwich with the remaining four slices of bread and slather the tops of the sandwiches with a generous amount of mayonnaise (this will let the sandwich brown in the skillet).
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Once it's hot, add a sandwich, mayonnaise-side down. Slather the side of the sandwich that's now on top with mayonnaise. Once the sandwich is golden brown on the bottom, flip and cook until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted. While the sandwich is cooking, use a spatula to press down on the sandwich and bind the cheese and bread together. Repeat with the remaining sandwiches.
- Slice the sandwiches in half and serve with the soup.
- Combine all the ingredients in a food processor and process until homogeneous, adding more lime juice or water if needed to get the blades moving.
GRILLED CHEDDAR AND TOMATO SANDWICHES WITH MISO SPREAD
Make and share this Grilled Cheddar and Tomato Sandwiches With Miso Spread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by spatchcock
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place 4 bread slices on work surface.
- Spread 1 tablespoon miso over each.
- Top each with 2 tomato slices, then 1 onion slice and 3 basil leaves.
- Sprinkle each with 1/3 cup cheese.
- Top with remaining bread slices, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Spread 1/2 teaspoon butter over top of each sandwich.
- Heat 2 large nonstick skillets over medium-low heat.
- Add 2 sandwiches, butter side down, to each skillet.
- Cover and cook until bread is golden brown on bottom, about 4 minutes.
- Spread top of each sandwich with 1/2 teaspoon butter.
- Turn sandwiches over; cover and cook until bottoms are brown and cheese melts, about 3 minutes.
- Cut sandwiches crosswise in half and serve.
GRILLED TOMATO SANDWICHES
These sandwiches can be assembled in a snap-and are perfect for summer lunches! -Wendy Stenman, Germantown, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 sandwiches.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sprinkle one side of tomato slices with 1/8 teaspoon salt. Place salt side down on paper towels for 10 minutes. Repeat with second side. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice and garlic; set aside., Place bread cut side down on a lightly oiled grill rack. Place tomatoes on grill. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 2 minutes or until bread is golden brown., Sprinkle tomatoes with the vinegar, pepper and remaining salt. Spread mayonnaise mixture over bread. On the bottom half, layer tomatoes, artichokes and romaine; replace bread top. Cut into wedges; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 1203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Use a sturdy bread that can hold up to the grilled tomatoes and melted cheese.
- Season the tomatoes with salt, pepper, and herbs before grilling for extra flavor.
- Grill the tomatoes until they are slightly charred and softened, but not mushy.
- Use a good quality cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or provolone.
- Spread the cheese on the bread before adding the grilled tomatoes.
- Grill the sandwich until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve the sandwich immediately with your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
Grilled tomato sandwiches are a quick, easy, and delicious meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sandwich that is packed with flavor and nutrition. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and satisfying meal, give grilled tomato sandwiches a try.
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