Prepare to be amazed by the delightful combination of fresh ingredients and bold flavors in our Caprese Pesto Panini. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds. Let’s dive into the details!
Caprese Pesto Panini
Ingredients
- 4 slices of ciabatta bread
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pesto sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your panini press or grill pan.
- Assemble the sandwiches by layering mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil on the ciabatta slices.
- Spread pesto sauce on the other side of the ciabatta slices.
- Drizzle olive oil over the sandwich and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the sandwiches in the panini press or grill pan and cook until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the heat and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Nutritional information (per serving): Calories: 450, Fat: 22g, Carbohydrates: 45g, Protein: 18g