French Bread Pizza Caprese
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French Bread Pizza Caprese
Description
The recipe begins with slicing a whole wheat French baguette lengthwise and then into smaller pieces. Fresh mozzarella cheese is torn into pieces and arranged on top of the bread slices. The pieces are then broiled or toasted just until the cheese softens and melts, providing a creamy contrast to the crusty bread. After removing from heat, thin slices of tomato are layered atop the melted cheese, followed by a drizzle of sweet and tangy balsamic glaze and a sprinkle of freshly chopped basil leaves. This combination replicates the flavors of a traditional Caprese salad in a bread-based format.
These open-faced mini pizzas serve well as appetizers, light lunches, or snacks. The fresh ingredients deliver a balance of creamy, tangy, and herbal flavors, while the crispy bread adds texture. Quick to prepare, this dish highlights vibrant, fresh components without heavy cooking.
Ingredients
- 8 oz whole wheat French bread baguette
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese sliced thin, fresh
- 2 tomato sliced thin, medium
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp basil chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Cut the bread in half lengthwise, then cut each half crosswise in 2 pieces to give you 4 pieces total. Tear the the cheese into pieces and place on top of the bread.
- Place under the broiler or toaster oven until the cheese melts, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove from oven, top with tomatoes, drizzle with balsamic and finish with fresh basil.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1pizza | |
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 483mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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