Grilled Cheese with Tomato

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Grilled Cheese with Tomato is a classic comfort food sandwich, typically made by grilling or pan-frying two slices of bread with melted cheese and sliced tomatoes inside. It is a popular variation of the traditional grilled cheese, often found in American diners and home kitchens, with roots in simple, hearty European and American cooking traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in fat and carbohydrates from the cheese and bread, providing a good source of calcium and protein, with a rough calorie range of 300-500 per serving depending on portion size and ingredients used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	375 kcal
Protein	13 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	780 mg
Calcium	320 mg
Potassium	210 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin C	10 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin D	0.5 mcg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Vitamin B12	0.4 mcg

Per 1 sandwich (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a nostalgic and accessible meal that has evolved with countless regional twists, while nutritionally, adding tomatoes introduces vitamins like vitamin C and lycopene, balancing the richness of the cheese with a fresh, tangy element.