Caprese Sandwich

Ingredients · 2 servings

• 160 gCiabatta, split lengthwise
• 125 gFresh mozzarella, sliced
• 180 gTomato, sliced
• 8 gBasil, leaves picked
• 15 gBalsamic
• 14 gOlive oil
• 2 gSalt
• 1 gBlack pepper, freshly ground

Equipment

knife, cutting board, small bowl, spoon, serving plate

Instructions

1. 1
   Gather ingredients

   Gather the ciabatta, mozzarella, tomato, basil, balsamic, olive oil, salt, pepper, knife, board, bowl, spoon, and serving plate. · 3 min

   What to look for: All ingredients and tools are ready on the work surface.

2. 2
   Dress bread

   Slice the ciabatta lengthwise, then open it on the board and drizzle the cut sides with olive oil and balsamic. · 2 min

   What to look for: The cut bread looks lightly glossy, not soaked.

3. 3
   Season filling

   Slice the tomato and fresh mozzarella into even rounds, then season the tomato lightly with salt and black pepper. · 4 min

   What to look for: The tomato slices are juicy and the mozzarella slices are even.

4. 4
   Build sandwich

   Layer tomato, mozzarella, and basil over the bottom half, letting the basil sit between juicy tomato and creamy cheese. · 3 min

   What to look for: The layers are balanced and the basil is visible between the slices.

5. 5
   Serve fresh

   Close the sandwich, press gently, cut into 2 portions, and serve at once while the bread is crisp and the filling is cool. · 1 min

   What to look for: The sandwich holds together and the filling stays neatly layered.