Get ready to indulge in my latest creation, which is as easy as it is delicious – the Caprese Sandwich. If you love caprese salad as much as I do, then this sandwich might just be your new favorite. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this Caprese sandwich is a celebration of simplicity and quality ingredients.
It all starts with layers of fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and crisp baby spinach, all kissed with the irresistible flavors of pesto and a drizzle of tangy balsamic vinegar. Whether you’re whipping it up for a laid-back picnic or a quick weekday lunch, this recipe is your ticket to sandwich nirvana. So let’s grab our ingredients and dive into the world of mouthwatering Caprese goodness!
WHAT’S A CAPRESE SANDWICH?
A Caprese sandwich is a twist on the classic Caprese salad, which is a traditional Italian salad that typically consists of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese (usually buffalo mozzarella), fresh basil leaves, olive oil, salt, and sometimes balsamic vinegar. A Caprese sandwich takes all those healthy and delicious ingredients and puts them between your favorite bread, or in the case with my recipe, a bagel.
INGREDIENTS
- Bagel – I personally love Dave’s Killer Bagels, which is what I used in this recipe. However, any bagel will work! Ciabatta and focaccia bread would also be delicious for this sandwich.
- Pesto – While this isn’t a traditional ingredient in Caprese salad, it works as such a good spread on this sandwich to keep it from tasting to dry. You can make your own or use a premade pesto. I happen to love the Costco brand pesto.
- Fresh tomato slices – You can’t have a Caprese sandwich without the fresh tomato slices!
- Fresh mozzarella – You want to use fresh mozzarella in this, not the traditional Mozzarella that’s usually pre-sliced or in a block.
- Baby spinach – This is another ingredient not used in traditional Caprese salad, but I happened to have some on hand and I’m always looking for ways to add fresh greens into my recipes. However, if you have fresh basil, that would be an excellent replacement. Or, better yet, use both! A couple leaves of baby spinach and a couple leaves of fresh basil be amazing. I didn’t have basil on hand, but I wish I did. 🙂
- Balsamic vinegar – A drizzle of this in the sandwich is the perfect finish!
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
Putting this together is super easy! Here’s how I assembled mine:
First, start with toasting your bagel.
Once the bagel is toasted, spread the pesto sauce on one half of the bagel.
Lay your fresh greens (baby spinach, basil leaves or both) on top of the pesto.
Add the fresh tomato next, and then the mozzarella slices.
Drizzle a little balsamic vinegar on top of the mozzarella, and sprinkle with some salt and pepper.
Top with the other half of the bagel and ENJOY!
If you make this sandwich, please take a quick second to give it a rating below! Your ratings and comments help so much.
The Best Caprese Sandwich
Indulge in the classic flavors of Italy with this mouthwatering Caprese sandwich, featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and a few other fresh ingredients. Simple, healthy and delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 whole bagel
- 1 tbsp pesto
- 2-3 slices fresh tomato
- 1-2 slices fresh mozzarella
- 5-6 baby spinach leaves, fresh basil leaves or BOTH
- 1 drizzle balsamic vinegar
Instructions
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Toast the bagel.
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Spread the pesto on one side.
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Lay your fresh greens on top of the pesto (baby spinach, basil leaves or both).
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Add the fresh tomato and then the mozzarella slices.
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Drizzle a little balsamic vinegar on top of the mozzarella, and sprinkle with some salt and pepper.
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Top with the other half of the bagel and ENJOY!
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If you make this sandwich, please take a quick second to give it a rating below! Your ratings and comments help so much!
