This Simple Avocado, Mozzarella And Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich Is Really Fantastic!

Simple sandwiches like this are simply the best. Everybody loves a good grilled cheese, and when you pair it with a bowl of warm soup or salad, you’re all set for a delicious and tasty meal.

Avocado, Mozzarella And Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich

What it is

A grilled cheese with a fresh, summery filling: melting mozzarella, slices of ripe avocado and tomato, pressed between buttery toasted bread until the outside is golden and the cheese is soft and stretchy. It is a vegetarian lunch that feels a little more grown-up than plain cheese.

At a glance

• Makes: one sandwich per two slices of bread, easy to scale up
• Time: about 10 minutes
• You’ll need: avocado, bread of your choice, butter, mozzarella slices, olive oil, salt, tomato

The original recipe by Mercedes J. at The Kitchen Life of a Navy Wife is no longer online; the link goes to an archived copy of her page.

Tips for the best avocado grilled cheese

• Choose a ripe but firm avocado. It should give slightly when pressed. Very soft avocado turns to mush in the heat.
• Pat the tomato slices dry. Tomato juice is the main reason a grilled cheese goes soggy, so a quick blot with a paper towel helps a lot.
• Low and slow. Medium-low heat gives the mozzarella time to melt before the bread burns.
• Cheese on both sides. Putting a little cheese against each slice of bread, with the avocado and tomato in the middle, glues the sandwich together so it doesn’t slide apart.
• Pick a sturdy bread. Sourdough or a thick country loaf holds the juicy filling better than soft sandwich bread.
• Add-ins: crispy bacon, a few basil leaves, a drizzle of balsamic glaze or a pinch of chili flakes all work well.

What to serve with it

A bowl of tomato soup is the classic partner. A green salad or a handful of chips makes it a quick lunch.

More grilled cheese ideas

• Turkey, bacon and avocado grilled cheese
• BLT grilled cheese sandwich
• Quick grilled cheese and tomato sandwich
• Pizza grilled cheese
• Tortellini tomato soup to serve alongside

Thanks to Mercedes J. for this amazing recipe and featured image!