Caprese Sandwich
Ingredients
The sandwich
-
2
pieces
ciabatta rolls
-
8
oz
fresh mozzarella
-
2
large
tomatoes
-
1
cup
baby spinach
-
12
leaves
basil
The seasoning and dressing
-
1
tablespoon
Italian parsley, finely chopped
-
¼
teaspoon
black pepper
-
½
teaspoon
table salt
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1
tablespoon
balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze
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1
tablespoon
extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the tomatoes and basil leaves, then pat dry the basil leaves.
- Slice the mozzarella and tomatoes into ½ inch thick slices.
- Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the tomato and mozzarella slices.
- Slice the ciabatta rolls in half.
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat, coat with olive oil, and toast the ciabatta bread face down for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the bread from the pan and place on a plate.
- Add a layer of baby spinach to the bottom part of the roll, then drizzle balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the spinach.
- Add a layer of seasoned mozzarella cheese over the spinach.
- Add a layer of sliced tomatoes on top of the mozzarella, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and drizzle more olive oil and balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Place basil leaves on top of the tomatoes, then add the top of the bun.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
2
Calories
576
Total fat
33g
Total carbohydrates
38g
Total protein
32g
Sodium
1591mg
Cholesterol
90mg
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