Caprese Sandwich

⏱️ 5 min 👥 2 servings 📊 Easy
Italian sandwich
Caprese Sandwich
Nutrition per Serving
356
Calories
17g
Protein
35g
Carbs
17g
Fat

This Caprese Sandwich is a classic for a reason and always a winner. It's fresh, simple, yet bursting with flavor from the basil pesto, juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze

📝 Ingredients

  • 4 bread slices or mini focaccia loaf (8.5 x 4.5 inch / 20 x 11 cm), or 2 bread rolls
  • 1-2 tablespoons basil pesto - homemade or store bought
  • 1 medium ripe tomato
  • 3.5 oz / 100g fresh mozzarella cheese ball
  • Drizzle of balsamic glaze
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1If interested in making homemade pesto, try my easy recipe here
  2. 2Slice the tomato into slices along with the mozzarella ball and if using focaccia or bread rolls, slice in half
  3. 3On the bottom bread slice, add 1-2 tablespoons of basil pesto and spread it out evenly
  4. 4Place down the sliced mozzarella, top with the sliced tomatoes and season them with salt and pepper
  5. 5Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze
  6. 6Place over the top slice of bread, cut in half and enjoy your fresh and delicious Caprese Sandwich! You can also toast in a toaster oven or grill pan for a toasted cheese experience instead

About the Chef & Original Recipe

This recipe was published by cookingwithayeh.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.