Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of a Grilled Caprese Sandwich, where warm, gooey mozzarella meets ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil, all enveloped in crispy grilled bread. This easy-to-make sandwich bursts with fresh flavors, making it perfect for any occasion—from casual picnics to cozy dinners at home. With a drizzle of balsamic glaze enhancing every bite, this dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that will transport you to sunny days filled with good company.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 4 slices rustic sourdough or ciabatta bread
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by slicing the mozzarella and tomatoes. Rinse and dry the basil leaves.
- Assemble the sandwich by layering mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil between two slices of bread. Drizzle balsamic glaze on top.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Brush the outside of each sandwich with olive oil.
- Grill sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melting.
- Press down gently with a spatula while grilling to meld ingredients together.
- Let the sandwiches rest for a minute before slicing in half and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg