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Italian Caprese Sandwich: Discover a Delicious Recipe!

A delicious Italian Caprese Sandwich made with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ciabatta rolls
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
  • 2 large tomatoes sliced
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
  2. Slice the ciabatta rolls in half horizontally.
  3. Drizzle the cut sides of the rolls with olive oil.
  4. Layer the mozzarella slices on the bottom half of each roll.
  5. Add the tomato slices on top of the mozzarella.
  6. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the tomatoes to taste.
  7. Place fresh basil leaves on top of the tomatoes.
  8. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the basil.
  9. Close the sandwiches with the top halves of the rolls.
  10. Place the sandwiches on the grill pan or skillet and press down gently with a spatula.
  11. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  12. Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider marinating the tomatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes before assembling the sandwich.
  • Swap out the ciabatta rolls for whole grain or gluten-free bread to customize the sandwich to your dietary preferences.

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