Tomato Mozzarella Sandwich
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this irresistible **Tomato Mozzarella Sandwich**, a perfect blend of fresh flavors and satisfying textures. Featuring a crusty French baguette or ciabatta layered with creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil, this sandwich is drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and a hint of balsamic glaze for a tangy-sweet kick. A quick 10-minute prep time and golden, toasty finish on the grill make this recipe ideal for busy days or casual entertaining. Lightly seasoned with salt and black pepper, every bite highlights the Mediterranean-inspired ingredients in their simplest, purest form. Serve it warm for a delightful combination of melty cheese and crisp bread that’s sure to leave everyone asking for more! Perfect for a quick lunch, picnic, or weeknight meal, this sandwich is a timeless crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French baguette or ciabatta
- 8 oz Mozzarella cheese
- 2 medium Tomatoes
- 12 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Balsamic glaze
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Slice the loaf of bread horizontally and then cut it into four equal pieces.
Slice the mozzarella cheese into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
Slice the tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
Lay the bottom halves of the bread on a clean surface.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil evenly over the bread slices.
Place 2-3 slices of mozzarella cheese on the bread.
Add 2-3 slices of tomatoes on top of the cheese.
Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the tomatoes.
Distribute 3 basil leaves on each sandwich.
Drizzle balsamic glaze evenly on top.
Cover with the top halves of the bread.
Heat a grill pan over medium heat.
Brush the outside of each sandwich with the remaining olive oil.
Grill each sandwich for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
Remove the sandwiches from the heat, slice each in half, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.3 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 147 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 4154 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.5 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 78.8 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1666 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1210 mg | 26% | |
*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.
