Caprese Toast Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 2 (as a main) or 4–6 (as an appetizer)

Ingredients:

Rustic bread or sourdough slices – 4

Fresh mozzarella – 225 g (8 oz), sliced

Ripe tomatoes – 2 medium, sliced

Fresh basil leaves – 1 small handful

Extra-virgin olive oil – 2 tablespoons

Balsamic glaze – 2–3 tablespoons

Garlic – 1 clove, peeled

Sea salt – ½ teaspoon

Freshly ground black pepper – ¼ teaspoon

Optional: crushed red pepper flakes, flaky sea salt

Instructions:

Slice the mozzarella, tomatoes, and prepare basil and garlic.

Toast the oiled bread slices under the broiler or on a grill pan until golden.

Rub hot toast with the garlic clove, then season lightly with salt and pepper.

Layer mozzarella and tomato slices on each piece; season again.

Broil briefly until cheese softens and edges begin to melt, then top with basil leaves.

Drizzle with balsamic glaze and a little olive oil, finish with optional flakes or flaky salt, and serve immediately.

Nutrition (Calories)Approximately 350–400 calories per slice, depending on bread thickness and amount of oil and glaze used. Best for a light meal, appetizer, or sharing plate.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 6

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Notes

Pro Tip:
Toast the bread well so it stays crisp under the juicy tomatoes; slightly extra color on the crust adds great flavor and prevents sogginess.