Dreamy Caprese Sandwich with Balsamic Glaze You'll Love

This Caprese Sandwich features fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic basil, enhanced with balsamic glaze for a perfect summer dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bread

4 slices Sourdough Bread or ciabatta or focaccia

For the Filling

8 oz Fresh Mozzarella packed in water
2 medium Roma Tomatoes or any ripe tomato
2 cups Arugula or baby spinach
10 leaves Fresh Basil Leaves dried basil not recommended
1/2 cup Homemade Basil Pesto store-bought pesto as alternative

For the Crunch

2 tbsp Butter or olive oil

For the Sweetness

1/4 cup Balsamic Glaze or mix red wine vinegar and honey

Equipment

Panini press
grill pan
Small Pot

Method

How to Make Balsamic Glazed Caprese Sandwich

Prepare Balsamic Glaze: Simmer balsamic vinegar and honey in a small pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove and let cool.
Butter & Assemble Sandwich: Butter one side of each slice of bread. Spread pesto on unbuttered side, layer arugula, basil leaves, tomato slices, and mozzarella. Drizzle with cooled balsamic glaze.
Top & Grill: Place second slice of bread on top, buttered side out. Heat panini press or grill pan over medium heat and grill sandwich for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle cracked pepper before grilling. Use fresh mozzarella for best texture and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day.

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