Tomato Sandwich from Italy
Transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean with this classic Tomato Sandwich from Italy, a recipe that celebrates simple, fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. Made with rustic Italian bread gently infused with the essence of fresh garlic, this sandwich layers ripe, juicy tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil for a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Drizzled with high-quality extra virgin olive oil and a hint of tangy balsamic vinegar, each bite offers a delightful balance of freshness and richness. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy sandwich is perfect for a light lunch, picnic, or snack. Elevate your sandwich game with this Italian-inspired delight that captures the essence of summer in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Rustic Italian bread
- 2 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 125 grams Fresh mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 small Garlic clove
Instructions
1. Slice the tomatoes into thin rounds and set them aside.
2. Cut the fresh mozzarella into thin slices of similar thickness to the tomatoes.
3. Peel the garlic clove, and gently rub one side of each bread slice with the garlic to infuse it with flavor.
4. Drizzle each slice of bread with a small amount of olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt and black pepper.
5. On two slices of bread, layer the tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and fresh basil leaves in an alternating pattern.
6. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar evenly over the layered ingredients.
7. Top with the remaining slices of bread to complete the sandwiches.
8. For added texture and flavor, you can press the sandwich lightly to help the ingredients meld together.
9. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors of Italy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.7 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 2628 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.6 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 41.9 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 928 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 885 mg | 19% | |
*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.
