Caprese Blt
Elevate your sandwich game with the irresistible Caprese BLT—a mouthwatering fusion of classic BLT flavors and the fresh, vibrant essence of a Caprese salad. Thick-cut bacon cooked to crisp perfection pairs beautifully with creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy heirloom tomatoes, fragrant basil leaves, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze. Nestled between golden, olive oil-toasted ciabatta slices smeared with a touch of mayonnaise, this sandwich is the perfect balance of savory, fresh, and indulgent. Ready in just 30 minutes, the Caprese BLT is a quick yet gourmet option for lunch, dinner, or a hearty snack. Serve it with a light salad or a side of chips for the ultimate satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 4 slices ciabatta bread
- 8 slices fresh mozzarella
- 1 large heirloom tomato
- 12 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the bacon slices in a single layer.
Bake the bacon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
While the bacon is cooking, slice the ciabatta bread into four pieces and cut each piece in half horizontally to create sandwich halves.
Drizzle olive oil evenly over the cut sides of the ciabatta bread. Toast the bread in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven for 5 minutes, until golden and slightly crisp.
Slice the heirloom tomato into even slices and season with salt and black pepper to enhance their flavor.
Spread about 1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the cut side of each piece of ciabatta bread.
Assemble the sandwich by layering 2 slices of fresh mozzarella, 2-3 tomato slices, 2 slices of crispy bacon, and 3 fresh basil leaves on the bottom half of the bread.
Drizzle about 1/2 tablespoon of balsamic glaze over the basil and top with the other half of the ciabatta bread.
Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make three more Caprese BLT sandwiches.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and savory sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.1 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.6 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 261 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 5824 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.6 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 94.2 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1595 mg | 123% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 982 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
