Italian Caprese Sandwich

A classic Italian sandwich featuring fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch.

By Julienne

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ciabatta bread sliced in half horizontally
• 20 ml extra virgin olive oil
• 200 grams fresh mozzarella sliced
• 2 medium ripe tomatoes sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
• 16 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 60 ml balsamic glaze

Instructions

1. Lay the ciabatta bread halves on a clean surface, cut side up. Bread is ready for assembly.
2. Drizzle each half with a small amount of extra virgin olive oil, using about 20 ml in total. Bread is lightly coated with oil.
3. Layer the sliced fresh mozzarella evenly across the bottom halves of the ciabatta bread. Mozzarella is evenly distributed.
4. Top the mozzarella with sliced ripe tomatoes, distributing them evenly. Tomatoes are evenly layered.
5. Season the tomatoes with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Tomatoes are seasoned.
6. Place fresh basil leaves over the tomatoes, distributing them evenly. Basil is evenly distributed.
7. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the basil and tomatoes, ensuring even coverage. Balsamic glaze is drizzled.
8. Place the top halves of the ciabatta bread over the fillings to complete the sandwich. Sandwich is assembled.