Best Healthy Meals Monday Tomato Basil And Cheese Sandwich Recipes

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BASIL-TOMATO GRILLED CHEESE



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The tastes of summer abound in this easy Italian-style grilled cheese sandwich. Not only is it delicious, it's super-fast, so you can get back to those summer outdoor activities. -Sylvia Schmitt, Sun City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices Italian bread (3/4 inch thick)
8 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 large plum tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • On four slices of bread, layer mozzarella cheese and tomatoes; sprinkle with the basil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Top with remaining bread. , In a small bowl, combine the oil, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder; brush over the outsides of each sandwich. , In a skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

OPEN FACE TOMATO BASIL SANDWICHES



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I'm really looking forward to trying this recipe soon! From Vegetarian Times and recipe by Kathy Farrell-Kingsley.

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1 1/2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced (about 1 tsp)
3 tablespoons nonfat plain Greek yogurt
4 English muffins, split
1 large tomatoes, ripe and thinly sliced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Blend basil, parmesan cheese, olive oil and garlic in food processor or blender until well combined. Add yogurt, and process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat broiler. Place muffins on baking sheet. Broil 1 to 2 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Spread each half with basil mixture, and top with some tomato slices. Broil 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.2, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 238.2, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3.3, Protein 6.7

TOMATO SANDWICH WITH BASIL MAYONNAISE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup good mayonnaise
10 to 15 basil leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon good olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 slices country loaf bread
1 heirloom or Israeli tomato, sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, basil, salt, pepper, lemon juice, olive oil and garlic. Spread the mayonnaise mixture on the top of 2 slices of bread. Place the sliced tomato on top of one
  • bread slice. Place the remaining slice of bread, mayonnaise side down, on top of the tomato. Cut the sandwich in half and serve.

FRESH TOMATO, BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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This is a low good fat version of a grilled cheese seasoned with fresh and dried herbs and garden fresh tomatoes. I used a regular pan but for ease you can use a nonstick pan.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 8m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 slices bread
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pinch dried Italian seasoning
1 1/2 ounces sliced low-fat cheese
2 slices fresh tomatoes
2 -4 fresh basil leaves
pepper

Steps:

  • Mix oil and dried herbs and spread on 1 side of both slices of bread.
  • Preheat non stick pan to medium heat.
  • Seasoned side down add slice of cheese, tomato, fresh ground pepper, basil and other slice of cheese topping with second slice of bread seasoned side up.
  • Place in pan with a weight on it and cook for 1 minute till browned flip and cook for an other minute till cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 518.3, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 14.6

HEALTHY MEALS MONDAY: TOMATO, BASIL, AND CHEESE SANDWICH



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Number Of Ingredients 7

12 Hawaiian Rolls
8 slices Mozzarella cheese
2 tomatoes, sliced thin
12 fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
(mix oil and vinegar together)

Steps:

  • Cut the rolls in half and put them in the bottom of a 9x13 pan. Spread on the balsamic vinegar and oil on the bottom rolls.
  • Next layer on the tomatoes, cheese and basil - in that order.
  • Turn your oven to Broil and put the pan in the oven. Once the cheese starts to melt, take it out and put on the tops of the rolls. Broil for just 1 more minute.
  • Cut and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 2 serving, Calories 81 kcal, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 161 mg, Carbohydrate 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 mg

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