CAPRESE PANINI

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A favorite salad gets its turn in a sandwich. For a different flavor, use jarred roasted red peppers in place of the tomato. Purchased pesto is fine here, but homemade is even better.

Provided by LMillerRN

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup tomatoes, diced
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
4 slices white bread or 4 slices whole wheat sourdough bread, 1/2-inch thick
olive oil
1/4 cup purchased pesto sauce
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
sea salt
fresh coarse ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes, capers, and pepper flakes; sauté until just starting to break down, about 3 minutes.
  • Off heat, add vinegar.
  • Brush oil on one side of each slice of bread; spread the other sides with 1 tablespoon pesto. Arrange mozzarella and tomato mixture on two slices of bread, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with another slice of bread, oiled side up.
  • Toast sandwiches in a skillet or panini press.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.7, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 67.2, Sodium 1004.8, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.8, Protein 23.4

nomiiwaran 1
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This Caprese Panini is one of my favorite sandwiches! It's so simple to make, but it's always delicious. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the sandwich is always crispy and gooey. I highly recommend this recipe!


Faijul Islam
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This Caprese Panini is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the sandwich is perfectly crispy. I highly recommend this recipe!


abdulmumini Bala
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I love this Caprese Panini! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are perfect together and the sandwich is always crispy and gooey. I highly recommend this recipe!


Annie Praylow
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This Caprese Panini is the perfect summer sandwich. The fresh tomatoes and basil are so refreshing, and the mozzarella cheese adds a nice creamy texture. The bread is also perfectly crispy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Cameron Thomas
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I've made this Caprese Panini several times now and it's always a hit. It's so simple to make, but it's always delicious. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the sandwich is always crispy and gooey. I love that I can use fresh ingredients from my


Akampurira Swizer
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This Caprese Panini is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the sandwich is perfectly crispy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Entresol
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I love this Caprese Panini! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are perfect together and the sandwich is always crispy and gooey. I highly recommend this recipe!


Fireselam Habtewold
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This is the best Caprese Panini I've ever had! The bread is perfectly crispy, the cheese is melted and gooey, and the tomatoes and basil are fresh and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


itz nad_103 •
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I've made this Caprese Panini several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so simple to make, but it's always delicious. The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the sandwich is always crispy and gooey. I love that I can use fresh ingredients from m


Titas Ray
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This Caprese Panini is the perfect summer sandwich. The fresh tomatoes and basil are so refreshing, and the mozzarella cheese adds a nice creamy texture. The bread is also perfectly crispy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Prince Hadi
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I'm always looking for new and exciting sandwich recipes, and this Caprese Panini definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors is unique and delicious, and the sandwich is so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again!


Erika Jensen
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This Caprese Panini is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The fresh ingredients and the crispy bread make this sandwich irresistible.


James A McMahan Sr (Hillbilly)
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I tried making the Caprese Panini last night and it was a huge success! My friends couldn't get enough of it. The flavors were so well-balanced and the sandwich was perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Cwod Bwoy ug (Nigga bwoy)
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Followed the recipe to a T and the Caprese Panini came out amazing! The bread was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, the cheese was melted and gooey, and the tomatoes and basil were fresh and flavorful. A perfect sandwich for a quick lunch


MD Mamun2
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I'm not usually a fan of paninis, but this Caprese Panini changed my mind. The combination of ingredients is just perfect. The mozzarella cheese melts beautifully, the tomatoes add a burst of flavor, and the basil adds a touch of freshness. The bread


Sandali Kumarasinghe
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This recipe is a keeper! The Caprese Panini turned out to be a hit at our family picnic. The kids loved the gooey cheese and tangy tomatoes, while the adults appreciated the simplicity and freshness of the dish. Will definitely be making it again soo


Richelle Grijalva
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This Caprese Panini was a delightful explosion of flavors! The combination of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, sandwiched between two slices of crispy bread, created a perfect balance of textures and tastes. I highly recommend thi


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