Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of summer with this Caprese sandwich, artfully layered with creamy mozzarella, juicy heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and zesty basil pesto. Perfect for picnics, brunches, or light lunches, this delicious dish comes together in minutes. Each bite reveals a harmonious blend of fresh ingredients that will transport your taste buds to an Italian garden.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ciabatta roll (150g)
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 medium ripe heirloom tomato, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or panini press.
- Slice the ciabatta roll in half lengthwise.
- Spread basil pesto generously on both halves.
- Layer mozzarella slices on one half followed by tomato slices and fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top layer of ingredients.
- Close the sandwich and grill for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Slice and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg