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Caprese Sandwich with Basil Pesto

A fresh and vibrant sandwich featuring layers of mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil pesto, perfect for a light lunch or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sandwich Ingredients
  • 4 slices Ciabatta bread
  • 8 oz Fresh mozzarella sliced
  • 2 medium Tomatoes sliced
  • 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup Basil pesto store-bought or homemade

Method
 

Assembling the Sandwich
  1. Slice the ciabatta bread horizontally to create a top and bottom half.
  2. Spread a generous layer of basil pesto on the bottom half of the bread.
  3. Layer the sliced mozzarella evenly over the pesto.
  4. Add the sliced tomatoes on top of the mozzarella.
  5. Sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Place the top half of the ciabatta bread over the fillings and press down gently.
  7. Cut the sandwich into halves or quarters for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, you can grill the sandwich for a few minutes until the bread is toasted and the cheese is slightly melted.

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