Description
Savor the essence of summer with this Caprese sandwich featuring creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all elevated by a rich basil pesto. Nestled between toasted ciabatta or focaccia, this delightful creation is both refreshing and satisfying—perfect for picnics or a quick lunch. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures that will transport you straight to an Italian piazza with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 ciabatta rolls or focaccia, halved
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or pan over medium heat.
- Spread a generous layer of basil pesto on the cut sides of each bread half.
- Layer mozzarella slices on one half and top with tomato slices. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add fresh basil leaves on top of the tomatoes.
- Close the sandwich with the other half of bread.
- Grill each sandwich for about 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg