Caprese Ciabatta Sandwich
Tomato, fresh mozzarella, and basil layered on toasted ciabatta with balsamic glaze and olive oil. Ready in 10 minutes with zero cooking.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 1 loaf (8 oz) ciabatta loaf
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella (buffalo or regular)
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes
- ½ cup (packed) fresh basil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Slice the ciabatta loaf in half lengthwise. Toast cut-sides face-down in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Brush both toasted cut-sides lightly with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Slice the mozzarella into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Slice the tomatoes into similar-thickness rounds.
- 4
Layer mozzarella, tomato slices, and fresh basil leaves on the bottom half of the ciabatta.
- 5
Drizzle balsamic glaze over the filling. Top with the other ciabatta half.
- 6
Slice in half crosswise and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- serrated knife
- 12-inch skillet
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