This smoked mozzarella and pesto sandwich is a perfect blend of savory smoked cheese and bright, herbaceous pesto. It's a quick and easy meal that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner option.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of whole wheat bread
- 8 oz smoked mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/4 cup pesto sauce
- 1 tomato, sliced
- Handful of fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Directions
- Spread pesto sauce on one side of each bread slice.
- Place smoked mozzarella slices on two of the bread slices.
- Top with tomato slices and fresh basil leaves.
- Cover with the remaining bread slices, pesto side down.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the skillet and let cool slightly before serving.
- Slice the sandwiches in half and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Smoked mozzarella adds a unique depth of flavor to this sandwich.
Pesto sauce provides a burst of fresh herb taste.
This sandwich is a great option for a vegetarian meal.