Vegan Pizza Margherita Grilled Cheese

In this grilled cheese sandwich, vegan mozzarella cheese, fresh tomatoes, marinara sauce, and basil are layered between slices of buttered vegan bread. Its a tasty vegan take on the classic Pizza Margherita.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of vegan bread
• 1 cup vegan mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce
• 1 ripe tomato, thinly sliced
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Vegan butter, for spreading

Instructions:

Spread vegan butter on one side of each slice of bread

Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat

Place two slices of bread, butter side down, on the skillet or griddle

Top each slice with a layer of vegan mozzarella cheese

Add a layer of sliced tomatoes on top of the cheese

Spoon marinara sauce over the tomatoes

Place a few fresh basil leaves on top

Top each with another slice of bread, butter side up

Cook until the bottom slice is golden brown and crispy, then carefully flip the sandwich and cook until the other side is also golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted

Remove from heat and let cool for a minute before serving

Slice in half diagonally and serve hot