Caprese Panini

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  • Number of Servings: 1
Ingredients
2 slices of any bread, I used italian3 fresh basil leaves1 roma tomato, sliced1 slice of fresh mozzarella1 tbsp (or slightly less) olive oil for drizzling
Directions
makes 1 medium sandwich

drizzle one side of one slice of italian bread with olive oil and place on panini maker or in hot pan

layer basil leaves on slice of bread

layer tomato slices on top of basil leaves

layer mozzarella slice on top of tomato slices

top with second slice of bread and drizzle with olive oil

cook until sandwich is toasted on both sides and cheese is melted. About 3 minutes in panini maker, 5 minutes total in hot pan.

Number of Servings: 1

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MADSES.

Servings Per Recipe: 1
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 326.9
  • Total Fat: 22.0 g
  • Cholesterol: 22.4 mg
  • Sodium: 417.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 23.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.8 g
  • Protein: 10.4 g

Member Reviews
  • MISSTIG
    Delish! It is amazing how wonderful this simple sandwich can taste. It's filling and satisfying, and not too many calories. It's actually really good without olive oil, too. I have this a couple times every week for lunch. Another variation is to use olive tapenade in addition. - 12/10/08