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Caprese burrata sandwich

Fresh summer sandwich with homemade pesto, burrata, and heirloom tomatoes

Yarin Danieli
Prep
10m
Cook
30m
Steps
8
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
ItalianSandwichNo-CookLunchSummer#beach-picnic#fresh-mozzarella

Method

  1. Step 1Slice the bread

    Cut the baguette in half lengthwise and open it up.

    Note

    Ciabatta works too if you prefer a more open crumb.

    Baguette
  2. Step 2Spread the pesto

    Generously spread the fresh pesto on the bottom half of the bread.

    Pesto
  3. Step 3Add arugula

    Layer the arugula over the pesto.

    Arugula
  4. Step 4Slice and add burrata

    Slice the burrata into thick pieces and arrange them on top of the arugula.

    Burrata
  5. Step 5Season the burrata

    Sprinkle the burrata with red pepper flakes, flaky salt, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.

    Chili flakesSaltExtra virgin olive oil
  6. Step 6Add tomato slices

    Slice the heirloom tomatoes thickly and layer them over the burrata.

    Tomato
  7. Step 7Drizzle with balsamic

    Drizzle the balsamic glaze generously over the tomatoes.

    Balsamic glaze
  8. Step 8Close and slice

    Close the sandwich with the top half of the bread, press gently, and slice into portions.

    Note

    Serve immediately for the best texture.