Caprese Sandwich
Juicy tomato, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil stacked on toasted bread with a bright vinaigrette. Ready in 10 minutes—the perfect summer lunch.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 16g
Ingredients
- 1 loaf crusty bread (ciabatta or sourdough)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- 2 medium ripe tomato
- 8 leaves fresh basil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Slice bread in half horizontally. Brush both cut sides with 1 tbsp olive oil each.
- 2
Toast bread cut-side down in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden, ~2 minutes per side.
- 3
Slice mozzarella into 1/4-inch rounds. Slice tomatoes into 1/4-inch rounds.
- 4
Layer mozzarella and tomato on bottom bread half, alternating and slightly overlapping.
- 5
Scatter basil leaves over tomato. Drizzle balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
- 6
Top with other bread half, cut in half diagonally, and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- 12-inch skillet
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