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Tasty Caprese Toast

Tasty Caprese Toast: Fresh Flavors in Every Crunch

Enjoy the Tasty Caprese Toast with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil on crunchy bread for a perfect appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Toast Base
  • 4 slices Sourdough Bread Feel free to substitute with ciabatta or baguette.
  • 1 clove Garlic Omit if you prefer a milder taste.
For the Toppings
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Use fresh mozzarella for best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Swap with dried oregano or basil if needed.
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Regular salt works in a pinch.
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Consider using white pepper for milder taste.
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Make sure to drain them well.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Any mild oil can work, but olive oil is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Aged Balsamic Vinegar Regular balsamic or red wine vinegar are good substitutes.
  • 10 leaves Fresh Basil Use dried basil only as last resort.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the diced and well-drained tomatoes with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the sourdough bread into ½-inch thick slices and toast them in the oven for about 10 minutes.
  3. Rub a peeled garlic clove over one side of each warm slice of bread for flavor.
  4. Set your oven to broil. Place slices of mozzarella on top of the garlic side of each toast. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper. Broil for 2-3 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
  5. Remove from the oven, spoon the marinated tomato mixture on top of each slice, and garnish with fresh basil and additional black pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure tomatoes are well-drained to avoid sogginess. Use a sturdy bread like sourdough for best results.

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