Roasted Tomato Croques with Pickled Peppers

The Croque Monsieur is a classic French sandwich made with ham and cheese, but this variation adds roasted tomatoes and pickled peppers for a delicious twist.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Roasted Tomato Croques with Pickled Peppers

Cooking Method: Grilling, Roasting Cuisine: French Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Snack Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Tomatoes
• 150 gram Pickled Peppers
• 8 slice Bread
• 4 slice Cheese
• 4 teaspoon Butter
• 2 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 pinch Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Slice the tomatoes and pickled peppers.
3. Place the tomato slices on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, spread butter and Dijon mustard on one side of each bread slice.
5. Place the bread slices, buttered side down, on a griddle or skillet over medium heat.
6. Top each bread slice with a slice of cheese.
7. Once the cheese starts to melt, remove the bread slices from the heat.
8. Remove the roasted tomatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly.
9. Place the roasted tomatoes and pickled peppers on top of the cheese.
10. Season with salt and black pepper.
11. Cover each sandwich with another bread slice, buttered side up.
12. Return the sandwiches to the griddle or skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.
13. Remove from heat and let the sandwiches rest for 5 minutes.
14. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 5g

Protein 14g29%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.