Best Caprese Sandwich
A fresh and vibrant sandwich that captures all the classic flavors of caprese salad between slices of crusty bread. Perfect for showcasing ripe summer tomatoes and creamy mozzarella with aromatic basil pesto.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
Ingredients
- 1/2 cupbalsamic vinegar
- 8 slicepeasant bread
- 1 cupbaby arugula
- 2ripe tomatoes(sliced)
- 1 lbfresh mozzarella(sliced)
- 12fresh basil leaves
- extra-virgin olive oil(for drizzling)
- kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbspbasil pesto(store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- 1
In a small pot over medium heat, bring balsamic vinegar to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced by about two-thirds and is syrupy, about 5 minutes. Let cool.
- 2
Meanwhile, toast bread, if desired. Divide arugula among 4 slices of bread. Top with tomatoes and mozzarella. Drizzle some balsamic glaze over mozzarella. Layer basil leaves over. Drizzle with oil; season with salt and pepper. Spread a thick layer of pesto over one side of remaining bread slices. Close sandwiches pesto side down and cut in half.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving | Based on 4 servings
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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