Balsamic Roasted Tomato Caprese Sandwich

Vegetarian
Popular
Health score
19%
Balsamic Roasted Tomato Caprese Sandwich
45 min.
4
421kcal

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Are you looking to elevate your lunch game with a delightful yet simple dish? Look no further than our Balsamic Roasted Tomato Caprese Sandwich! This vibrant sandwich is not only vegetarian but also packed with flavors that will excite your taste buds. With just a few fresh ingredients, you can create a satisfying meal that’s perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or even a picnic treat.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a crusty baguette, perfectly complemented by roasted field tomatoes that have been caramelized to perfection with garlic and drizzled with balsamic vinegar. The rich, creamy mozzarella adds a luxurious touch, while fresh basil leaves impart a fragrant essence that ties it all together. This sandwich isn’t just a meal; it's an experience – every bite bursts with the freshness of summer.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving four, this recipe is ideal for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. Whether you are serving it as the main dish or a standout lunch option, it promises to be a hit among vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Let’s get cooking and treat yourself and your loved ones to this mouthwatering Balsamic Roasted Tomato Caprese Sandwich!

Ingredients

  •  baguette sliced in half) cut into 4 sandwich sized pieces and
  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • handful basil leaves 
  • ball mozzarella cheese fresh sliced ()
  • cloves garlic chopped ()
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  •  field tomatoes ripe cut in half)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Place the tomatoes on a baking sheet with the cut side facing up.
  2. Sprinkle with the garlic, salt and pepper and drizzle with the oil and vinegar.
  3. Roast the tomatoes in a preheated 350F oven for an hour.
  4. Let the tomatoes cool, assemble the sandwich and and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Calories421kcal
Protein18.64%
Fat46.04%
Carbs35.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
71.69
Glycemic Load
22.7
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.565217443134%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.84mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
0.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:421.27kcal
21.06%
Fat:21.59g
33.22%
Saturated Fat:8.77g
54.83%
Carbohydrates:37.28g
12.43%
Net Carbohydrates:34.45g
12.53%
Sugar:7.36g
8.18%
Cholesterol:44.63mg
14.88%
Sodium:941.78mg
40.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.67g
39.34%
Calcium:368.12mg
36.81%
Selenium:20.57µg
29.39%
Phosphorus:292.24mg
29.22%
Vitamin A:1433.04IU
28.66%
Vitamin B1:0.43mg
28.63%
Manganese:0.48mg
24.19%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
22.7%
Folate:89.67µg
22.42%
Vitamin B12:1.29µg
21.47%
Vitamin C:17.41mg
21.1%
Vitamin K:19.21µg
18.29%
Vitamin B3:3.64mg
18.21%
Zinc:2.38mg
15.85%
Iron:2.85mg
15.82%
Vitamin E:1.97mg
13.11%
Potassium:424.03mg
12.12%
Fiber:2.83g
11.31%
Magnesium:42.26mg
10.56%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.18%
Copper:0.16mg
8.1%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.35%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%