Caprese Panini
Caprese Panini starts with buttered sourdough bread which is grilled to perfection. It surrounds mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze.
Servings: 2
Calories: 513kcal
Ingredients
- 4 slices thin sourdough bread
- 2 Tbsp. balsamic glaze
- 8 small slices of mozzarella cheese
- 8 slices small tomatoes I use Campari
- 4 basil leaves
- 2 Tbsp. melted butter
Instructions
- Spread the inside of 4 slices of bread with balsamic glaze.
- Build sandwiches by adding mozzarella, then tomatoes, then basil leaves to two slices of bread (glazed sides facing in).
- Top the sandwiches with the other two slices of bread (plain sides facing out).
- Brush tops and bottoms of bread slices with melted butter.
- Grill sandwiches in a cast iron skillet over medium heat until crispy and golden brown, turning once during grilling process.
- If you wish, you can press the sandwiches with a panini press or heavy pan while cooking. This gives the sandwich a crispier crust.
Notes
- If you can't find balsamic glaze in your store, make it by boiling 8 oz. balsamic vinegar and ¼ cup brown sugar together for 20 minutes over medium heat. Let it cool about 10 minutes before using, then store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 513kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 787mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 5mg