Fresh Caprese Sandwich
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this Fresh Caprese Sandwich, featuring layers of creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic basil all drizzled with balsamic glaze. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this sandwich embodies Italian culinary simplicity while offering a delightful burst of freshness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 ciabatta or focaccia bread (about 12 inches)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients on a clean surface.
- Slice the ciabatta or focaccia horizontally into two halves.
- Layer fresh mozzarella slices on the bottom half of the bread.
- Add tomato slices and generously place fresh basil leaves on top.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze evenly over the layered ingredients.
- Close the sandwich with the top half of the bread and gently press down.
- Cut into halves or quarters and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (about 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg