Here’s a Mediterranean Grilled Cheese Sandwich that’s easy, flavorful, and teen-friendly 🌿🧀
Ingredients (1 sandwich)
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2 slices of bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or white)
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2–3 slices mozzarella or provolone (melts well)
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1–2 tbsp crumbled feta
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2–3 slices tomato
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A few spinach leaves or fresh basil
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1–2 tsp olive oil or butter
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Optional add-ins: sliced olives, roasted red peppers, a sprinkle of oregano
Instructions
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Heat a pan over medium heat.
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Brush one side of each bread slice with olive oil or butter.
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Place one slice, oiled side down, in the pan.
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Layer the fillings:
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Mozzarella/provolone
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Tomatoes
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Spinach or basil
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Feta (and any optional add-ins)
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Top with the second slice of bread, oiled side up.
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Cook 2–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
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Remove, slice, and enjoy!
Optional dips
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Marinara sauce
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Tzatziki
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Balsamic glaze (light drizzle)
If you want, I can:
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Make it extra crispy
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Turn it into a panini
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Suggest a protein add-in (like grilled chicken)
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Adjust it for school lunches or air fryer cooking