Caprese Sandwich
Total Time
15 mins
Prep Time
15 mins
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(10)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 (3.5-inch) squares Focaccia, sliced in half
- Handful arugula
- 1 (8-ounce) ball fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- ⅓ cup Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, optional
- Pickled Red Onions, optional
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Preparation
Step 1
Assemble the sandwiches on the focaccia with the arugula, mozzarella, and tomato slices. Add the roasted tomatoes and a few pickled onions, if desired.
Step 2
Top with basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
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Chef's notes
For a vegan version, use sliced avocado and a slather of vegan pesto in place of the cheese.
Variations include toasting the bread, making a grilled Caprese sandwich, adding balsamic, using basil pesto, or making a vegan version.
Better ingredients = a better sandwich. Always make this recipe in the summer, when juicy, sweet tomatoes and fragrant basil are readily available.
Make it ahead. This Caprese sandwich is perfect for a picnic or packed lunch!
