Simple Caprese Sandwich
A fresh and simple Caprese sandwich layered with ripe tomato, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and olive oil. It is a quick, flavorful meal inspired by classic Italian flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 slices bread (or a roll (baguette is very good-see pic at bottom))
- 1 tomato (sliced, good quality like heirloom)
- 2 oz fresh mozzarella (slices, preferably mozzarella di bufala, if you can source it)
- ¼ tsp sea salt ((a couple pinches))
- ½ tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Arrange the tomato slices on the bottom bread slice and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with salt.
- Place the mozzarella slices on top of the tomatoes along with torn pieces of basil leaves or whole basil leaves, then drizzle with a little more olive oil.
- Place the other slice of bread on top and serve.
Notes
- Use ripe, high-quality tomatoes and fresh mozzarella for the best flavor.
- Baguette, ciabatta, or a crusty roll can be used instead of sliced bread.
- Serve immediately for the freshest texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Find it online: https://yumfamilyrecipes.com/simple-caprese-sandwich/
