Caprese Sandwich

Some recipes have a way of bringing you right back to a special place, and this Caprese Sandwich reminds us of our 2024 trip to Italy. While travelling, we fell in love with the simplicity of Italian cooking, where fresh ingredients and bold flavours come together to create something truly memorable. This sandwich is our take on the classic Caprese combination we enjoyed throughout our trip.

What makes this recipe so special is how a few simple ingredients can create such an incredible meal. Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze come together on a perfectly toasted bread to create a sandwich that feels both elevated and effortless. Every bite is fresh, vibrant, and packed with the flavours that remind us of warm Italian afternoons.

This Caprese Sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch, a picnic, or whenever you’re craving something light but satisfying. The beauty of this recipe is that it doesn’t require much preparation, allowing the quality of each ingredient to shine. For the best results, use the freshest tomatoes and mozzarella you can find.

Whether you’re looking for an easy summer lunch or a recipe that brings a little taste of Italy into your kitchen, this Caprese Sandwich is a simple reminder that great food doesn’t always need to be complicated.

Caprese Sandwich

Crispy warm ciabatta layered with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomato, silky 18-month prosciutto, basil, olive oil, and balsamic glaze. Simple ingredients, elevated into the perfect summer sandwich.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Main Course, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings 2

Calories 597 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 ciabatta buns
• 100 g fresh mozzarella Galbani recommended
• 1 Roma tomato
• 100 g 18-month aged prosciutto
• 6 fresh basil leaves
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 –2 tbsp balsamic glaze
• Pinch of flaky salt optional
• Fresh cracked black pepper to taste (optional)

Instructions

 

• Warm the ciabatta: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the ciabatta buns directly on the rack or a baking sheet and warm for about 5 minutes, until lightly crisp on the outside.
• Prep the fillings: While the buns heat, slice the Roma tomato into thin rounds. Slice the fresh mozzarella into rounds of similar thickness.
• Slice the buns: Remove the ciabatta from the oven and carefully slice each bun open.
• Build the sandwiches: Drizzle the cut sides of the buns with olive oil. Layer with tomato slices, prosciutto, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
• Finish: Drizzle generously with balsamic glaze. Add a pinch of flaky salt and cracked black pepper if desired.
• Serve: Close the sandwiches and serve immediately while the bread is still warm and crisp.
For an extra restaurant-style touch
Let the sliced tomatoes sit with a pinch of salt for 5 minutes before assembling. This enhances their sweetness and concentrates the flavour.

Video

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