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If you love caprese salad, then you’ll love thisCaprese Sandwich. Juicy ripe tomatoes are paired with slices of creamy mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes and a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze. Layer those ingredients between two slices of crusty ciabatta bread and you’ve got one delicious, no-cook lunch that’s packed with protein. The simple recipe is below, along with ideas on how to switch things up and Test Kitchen tips on everything from grocery store navigation to making your own balsamic glaze.
How to Make a Caprese Sandwich
1. Slice the Ciabatta
If you’re using ciabatta rolls, this task is easy. Use a bread knife to slice the rolls in half. If you’ve purchased a loaf of ciabatta, grab the bread knife and use it to make slices, about ½-inch thick. Don’t go any thinner than that—your fillings need a stable and sturdy surface that can hold up!
2. Rinse the Basil and Pat Dry
Fresh herbs should always be rinsed just before using. Since basil is delicate, it’s best to wash it gently. Fill a bowl with cold water and add the leaves. Swirl the water with your fingers to agitate and clean the leaves, then transfer to a clean towel and pat dry.
3. Prep the Tomato
The best knife for slicing tomatoes is a serrated one! Those little sharp teeth make it easy to slice through even the ripest, juiciest tomato. You can cut the tomatoes to fit your preference, but we prefer them at least ¼-inch thick. To remove some of the moisture, let them sit on a paper-towel-lined plate before adding to your sandwich.
Variations to Try
Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen
These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!
Nutrition Notes
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Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients2slicesciabatta, toasted¼cuplightly packed fresh basil leaves2ouncesmozzarella cheese, sliced2slicestomato1tablespoonchopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil1teaspoonbalsamic glaze
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Ingredients
2slicesciabatta, toasted
¼cuplightly packed fresh basil leaves
2ouncesmozzarella cheese, sliced
2slicestomato
1tablespoonchopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil
1teaspoonbalsamic glaze
Directions
Top 1 ciabatta slice with half of the basil leaves; top with mozzarella, tomato and sun-dried tomatoes. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and top with the remaining basil leaves and ciabatta slice. Cut in half diagonally and serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course! Substituting with a different bread will alter the nutrition, so if you’re following a specific eating pattern, keep that in mind. Choose something sturdy, not soft, so that the bread doesn’t fall apart once the other ingredients are added. Some great bread choices include sourdough, sliced baguette or any crusty roll, preferablywhole-grain.
Balsamic glaze, which can be found near vinegar in the grocery store, can be a great finishing touch to many dishes. Try it drizzled over bruschetta or grilled chicken. Use it for garnishing roasted or grilled vegetables, or try it as a topping for fresh fruit or ice cream.
EatingWell.com, February 2022
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)376Calories16gFat42gCarbs17gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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