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Pesto Caprese Sandwich Recipe
This Caprese Sandwich is a delicious blend of ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and basil pesto nestled between golden slices of sourdough for a burst of fresh flavors in every bite.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 773 kcal
Course:
Breakfast , Appetizer
Cuisine:
Italian , American
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread or any sandwich bread of your choice
- 1 vine-ripe tomato sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1/4 cup basil pesto make your own or store-bought
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the bread over a plate or cutting board, spread butter, or brush olive oil over the top of each bread.
- On a heated skillet over medium heat, add the two pieces of bread, oil/butter side down.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of pesto on top of each piece of bread.
- Add the sliced tomatoes and mozzarella cheese to each piece of bread and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Reduce heat to low and top with the other bread piece to complete the sandwich, with olive oil side up.
- Flip the sandwich and let it cook for another minute until golden brown.
- Remove from heat, cut in half, and serve.
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Notes
- Begin toasting on medium heat to avoid burning; reduce to low when flipping to allow ingredients to meld without overcooking the exterior.
- Use a panini press or heavy skillet to gently press the sandwich for an even crust and cohesive melding of ingredients.
- Take tomatoes and mozzarella out of the fridge before assembling for easier melting.
- This sandwich is best enjoyed immediately after assembly.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1sandwich
Calories
773kcal
(39%)
Carbohydrates
73g
(24%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
41g
(63%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
14g
Cholesterol
47mg
(16%)
Sodium
1419mg
(59%)
Potassium
339mg
(10%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
1520IU
(30%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
409mg
(41%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 773
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1sandwich | |
| Calories | 773kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 73g | 24% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 41g | 63% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 1419mg | 59% |
| Potassium | 339mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1520IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 409mg | 41% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.