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Caprese Sandwich with Fresh Tomato Basil Vinaigrette

Name: Caprese Sandwich with Fresh Tomato Basil Vinaigrette
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 large ripe tomato; 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2 slices focaccia bread; 1/4 cup mixed greens; salt and pepper to taste

A classic Italian-inspired sandwich featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and a zesty vinaigrette on toasted focaccia bread.

20 minutes1 servings

Caprese Sandwich with Fresh Tomato Basil Vinaigrette — Photo: HarshLight from San Jose, CA, USA · CC BY 2.0

Method

Slice the tomato and mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick slices
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette
Toast the focaccia bread until golden brown
Layer the tomato slices, mozzarella, and mixed greens on one slice of bread
Spread the vinaigrette over the mozzarella and top with the basil leaves
Place the second slice of bread on top and press gently

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