Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Caprese sandwich featuring creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy heirloom tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all elevated by a drizzle of rich basil pesto. Perfect for a quick lunch or an impressive dinner party dish, this delightful creation brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. Serve warm or cold; either way, it’s a refreshing and satisfying meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 ripe heirloom tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 4 tbsp basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 slices crusty ciabatta bread
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your panini press or skillet over medium heat.
- Spread basil pesto on one side of each slice of ciabatta.
- On two slices, layer fresh mozzarella and tomato slices, then top with fresh basil leaves.
- Close the sandwich with the other slices of bread, pesto side down.
- Grill in the panini press or skillet until golden brown and cheese is melted (about 3-5 minutes per side).
- Drizzle balsamic glaze on top before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg