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Prosciutto Caprese Sandwich

This Prosciutto Caprese Sandwich is everything you want in a summer lunch. Salty prosciutto, creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and sweet balsamic glaze are layered on toasted ciabatta for a simple sandwich that tastes like it came straight from an Italian café. Fresh, light, and ready in just 15 minutes, it's perfect for warm-weather lunches and picnics.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 2
Calories 590 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ciabatta buns or 1 baguette, cut into portions
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 to 8 slices prosciutto
  • 2 Roma tomatoes sliced
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella sliced
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Slice the ciabatta buns in half and lightly brush the cut sides with olive oil.
  • Toast the buns until lightly golden and crisp.
  • Layer the prosciutto over the bottom half of each bun.
  • Top with the sliced Roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves.
  • Season the tomatoes and mozzarella with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  • Finish with a generous drizzle of balsamic glaze.
  • Close the sandwich, slice in half if desired, and serve immediately.
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