Caprese Panini
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil pressed between crusty bread with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Total
10 min
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 2 slices Ciabatta bread
- 4 oz Fresh mozzarella
- 1 medium Tomato
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- to taste Salt(optional)
- to taste Black pepper(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the ciabatta bread horizontally and brush the inner sides lightly with olive oil.
- 2
Layer sliced mozzarella, tomato, and basil leaves on the bottom half of the bread; season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Close the sandwich, then press it in a preheated panini press or skillet for about 5 minutes, until the bread is crisp and the cheese melts.
- 4
Remove, drizzle the top with balsamic glaze, slice in half, and serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
420
21% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbohydrate | 38 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
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