Caprese Sandwich — FamilyPlate recipe🥪

Caprese Sandwich

Mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil on ciabatta

italianvegetarianquick

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
lunch

Nutrition per serving

AI estimate — approximate
547
Calories
kcal
25g
Protein
60g
Carbs
22g
Fat

Based on 4 servings — values are AI-estimated and may vary

👶 Kid-Friendly🌶️ mild Spice

Ingredients

  • 2 ciabatta rolls
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice the ciabatta rolls in half horizontally.

  2. 2

    Drizzle olive oil on the cut sides of the ciabatta rolls.

  3. 3

    Layer sliced mozzarella on the bottom half of each roll.

  4. 4

    Add tomato slices on top of the mozzarella, followed by fresh basil leaves.

  5. 5

    Drizzle balsamic glaze over the basil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. 6

    Place the top half of the ciabatta roll on the sandwich.

  7. 7

    Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and add the sandwich.

  8. 8

    Grill each side for about 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.