Pesto and Mozzarella Sandwiches
Elevate your next meal with these irresistible Pesto and Mozzarella Sandwiches, a perfect blend of fresh, vibrant flavors and comforting textures. Featuring crusty ciabatta bread toasted to golden perfection, creamy slices of fresh mozzarella, and juicy, ripe tomatoes, this sandwich is brought to life with a generous spread of fragrant basil pesto. Optional arugula adds a peppery crunch, while a quick warm-up on the grill transforms it into a melty, gourmet delight. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is ideal for lunch, picnics, or casual dinners and serves four. Discover how these simple, high-quality ingredients combine to create a sandwich that’s anything but ordinary!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 loaves Ciabatta bread
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 large Tomato
- 4 tablespoons Basil pesto
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup Arugula (optional)
Instructions
Slice the ciabatta bread into four sandwich-sized pieces, then slice each piece in half horizontally to create a top and bottom portion.
Brush the cut sides of the bread lightly with olive oil.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Place the bread, cut side down, onto the pan and toast for 1-2 minutes, until golden and slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.
Slice the fresh mozzarella and tomato into even slices, about 1/4-inch thick.
Spread 1 tablespoon of basil pesto onto the cut side of each bottom slice of bread.
Layer 2-3 slices of fresh mozzarella on top of the pesto, followed by 2-3 slices of tomato. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and a touch of black pepper over the tomato for added flavor.
If desired, add a small handful of arugula on top of the tomato slices for a peppery bite.
Top with the other half of the ciabatta bread to complete the sandwich.
Optional: For a warm, melty sandwich, place the assembled sandwiches back onto the grill pan and press gently with a spatula. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until the mozzarella softens.
Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.3 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.6 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 193 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 10353 mg | 450% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 574.6 g | 209% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.2 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 163.1 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1441 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 39.0 mg | 217% | |
| Potassium | 860 mg | 18% | |
*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.
