Capri-See-Yum Delight—Lunch for 2
The Capri-See-Yum Delight is a delightful Italian lunch featuring a caprese sandwich. Fresh, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil are layered between slices of crusty bread for a simple yet satisfying meal that perfectly encapsulates the essence of Italian cuisine.
Meal Type
Lunch
Cuisine
Italian
Servings
2
Food Stars
Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil
Health
Variations
Diets
Variations
Do This With That Stuff
- ‘Place your large cutting board on a clean, flat surface
- Take your sharp knife and slice the 2 large ripe tomatoes into even slices, about 1/4 inch thick
- Next, slice the 200 grams of fresh mozzarella cheese into similar sized slices as the tomatoes
- With your bread knife, cut the 4 slices of crusty bread if they are not pre-sliced
- Arrange the sliced bread on your large platter
- Layer each slice of bread with alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella cheese, ensuring each slice is covered evenly
- Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the tomato and mozzarella slices on each piece of bread, distributing the bunch evenly across all servings
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil with 1 tsp balsamic vinegar using your tablespoon and teaspoon measures respectively Stir until well mixed
- Drizzle this olive oil and vinegar mixture evenly over each layered bread slice using a spoon or the tablespoon measure
- Sprinkle 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper evenly across all servings to season, using your teaspoon measure for accuracy
- Your Capri-See-Yum Delight is now ready to be served Use a serving spatula to transfer them onto individual plates for serving’
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
☕ Bitter
- ‘Add 1/2 tsp of crushed red pepper flakes
- Increase balsamic vinegar to 2 tsp
- Add 1 cup of arugula leaves
- Replace fresh mozzarella with blue cheese, 200 grams’
🧂 Salty
- Increase the salt to 1 tsp
- Add 1/2 tsp of garlic salt
- Add 2 tbsp of capers
- Replace fresh mozzarella with feta cheese
🍋 Sour
- Increase balsamic vinegar to 2 tsp
- Add 1 tbsp of lemon juice
- Replace fresh mozzarella cheese with feta cheese
- Add 1/4 tsp of citric acid
🌶️ Spicy
- Add 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Add 1 tsp chopped jalapeno peppers
- Increase black pepper to 1/2 tsp
- Add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
🍬 Sweet
- Add 1 tbsp honey to the olive oil and vinegar mixture
- Replace balsamic vinegar with 2 tsp of balsamic glaze
- Increase fresh basil leaves to 1.5 bunches
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped fresh strawberries to the tomato and mozzarella layers
🍄 Umami
- ‘Add 1 tsp of soy sauce to the olive oil and vinegar mixture
- Add 2 tbsp of grated Parmesan cheese on top of each layered bread slice before serving
- Include 1/2 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the tomato and mozzarella layers
- Replace salt with 1 tsp of fish sauce for seasoning’
🍸 Alcoholic
- ‘Prosecco: The light, bubbly nature of Prosecco complements the freshness of the tomatoes and mozzarella, while its slight sweetness balances the acidity of the balsamic vinegar
- Chianti: This red wine from Tuscany pairs well with Italian cuisine, and its bold flavor profile can stand up to the rich mozzarella and tangy balsamic vinegar
- Aperol Spritz: This classic Italian cocktail’s bitter-sweet taste and effervescence will balance out the creaminess of the mozzarella and enhance the overall flavors of your Capri-See-Yum Delight’
🥤 Non Alcoholic
- ‘Sparkling Water with Lemon: The bubbles and citrus notes will cleanse the palate, enhancing the flavors of the fresh tomatoes and mozzarella cheese
- Italian Soda, Blood Orange Flavor: The sweet and tangy flavor of this soda complements the acidity of the tomatoes and balsamic vinegar in the dish
- Iced Green Tea with Mint: The refreshing mint and slight bitterness of green tea balance out the richness of the mozzarella cheese’
🥓 Keto
- Remove 4 slices crusty bread
- Add 2 cups of mixed salad greens
- Decrease balsamic vinegar to 1/2 tsp
🍆 Mediterranean
- Replace crusty bread with whole grain pita bread
- Add 1/2 cup of sliced cucumbers
- Add 1/2 cup of sliced olives
- Replace balsamic vinegar with 1 tsp of lemon juice
- Add 1 tsp of za’atar spice mix
🥑 Paleo
- ‘Remove 4 slices crusty bread
- Add 2 large portobello mushrooms, grilled
- Replace 1 tsp balsamic vinegar with 1 tsp apple cider vinegar’
🐟 Pescatarian
- Add 200 grams of smoked salmon slices
🌱 Vegan
- Replace the fresh mozzarella cheese with 200 grams of vegan mozzarella cheese
🥦 Vegetarian
- No changes are necessary to make the Capri-See-Yum Delight vegetarian friendly. All ingredients listed are suitable for a vegetarian diet.
🥩 Whole30
- Remove 4 slices crusty bread
- Replace with 4 large lettuce leaves
- Remove 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
🧠 Brain Health
- ‘Add 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts
- Add 1/4 cup of flaxseeds
- Replace crusty bread with whole grain bread
- Increase extra virgin olive oil to 3 tbsp
- Add 1/2 cup of blueberries’
🌾 Celiac Disease
- Replace 4 slices crusty bread with 4 slices gluten-free bread
💩 Crohns Disease
- Remove crusty bread
- Replace with gluten-free bread
- Decrease extra virgin olive oil to 1 tbsp
- Decrease balsamic vinegar to 1/2 tsp
- Remove salt
- Replace black pepper with a pinch of black pepper
🩸 Diabetes
- ‘Replace crusty bread with whole grain bread
- Decrease extra virgin olive oil to 1 tbsp
- Decrease salt to 1/4 tsp’
🍞 Gluten Intolerance
- Replace 4 slices crusty bread with 4 slices gluten-free bread
🫀 Heart Disease
- ‘Replace crusty bread with whole grain bread
- Decrease extra virgin olive oil to 1 tbsp
- Remove salt’
❤️ Heart Health
- ‘Replace crusty bread with whole grain bread
- Decrease extra virgin olive oil to 1 tbsp
- Increase balsamic vinegar to 2 tsp
- Replace salt with 1/4 tsp of low-sodium salt substitute’
🧂 High Blood Pressure
- ‘Remove 1/2 tsp salt
- Replace 1/4 tsp black pepper with 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
- Add 1 clove of minced garlic to the olive oil and vinegar mixture’
🍔 High Cholesterol
- ‘Replace 200 grams fresh mozzarella cheese with 200 grams low-fat mozzarella cheese
- Replace 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil with 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Add 1 tbsp flaxseed oil’
🦠 Immune System
- ‘Add 1 clove of garlic, minced
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped spinach
- Add 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder
- Replace salt with 1/4 tsp Himalayan pink salt
- Increase extra virgin olive oil to 3 tbsp
- Add 1/2 tsp grated ginger’
🚽 Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- ‘Replace crusty bread with gluten-free bread
- Replace fresh mozzarella cheese with lactose-free cheese
- Decrease the extra virgin olive oil to 1 tbsp
- Remove black pepper’
💧 Kidney Disease
- Remove salt
- Decrease the extra virgin olive oil to 1 tbsp
- Decrease the balsamic vinegar to 1/2 tsp
- Replace crusty bread with whole wheat bread
🐄 Lactose Intolerance
- Replace 200 grams fresh mozzarella cheese with 200 grams lactose-free mozzarella cheese
🍺 Liver Disease
- Decrease extra virgin olive oil to 1 tbsp
- Decrease salt to 1/4 tsp
- Remove black pepper
🤰 Pregnancy
- No changes needed. The recipe is already pregnancy-friendly.
Beti’s Reflections
Picture this: I’m strolling through the cobblestone streets of Capri, Italy, when I stumble upon a quaint little café. The aroma of fresh basil and ripe tomatoes wafts through the air, leading me to discover what would soon become my favorite Italian delight – the Capri-See-Yum Delight Recipe. A simple yet satisfying sandwich that perfectly encapsulates the essence of Italian cuisine.
Today, I’m thrilled to share this delightful Italian lunch recipe with you all. It’s perfect for serving two people and is an absolute treat for those who love fresh flavors and creamy textures. However, please note that this recipe includes gluten (from bread) and dairy (from mozzarella), so it might not be suitable for those with related dietary restrictions.
Now let’s talk ingredients! This Capri-See-Yum Delight features four slices of crusty bread as its base – a staple in any Italian Bruschetta Recipe. The star players here are two large ripe tomatoes and 200 grams of fresh mozzarella cheese, both sliced to perfection. These ingredients bring a wonderful balance of juicy freshness and creamy indulgence to our Tomato Mozzarella Basil Sandwich. A bunch of fresh basil leaves adds an aromatic touch while a mix of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar brings out their flavors beautifully. Lastly, we season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Making this Easy Italian Appetizer is as fun as eating it! Start by slicing your tomatoes and mozzarella cheese evenly – this ensures every bite is filled with equal parts yumminess! Arrange your crusty bread slices on a platter before layering them with alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella cheese – think stripes on an Italian flag! Tuck in some fresh basil leaves for that aromatic punch before drizzling over a well-mixed concoction of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar – trust me, this is a game-changer. Finish off with a sprinkle of salt and black pepper, and voila! Your Homemade Capri-See-Yum Delight is ready to be served.
There you have it, folks – the Capri-See-Yum Delight Recipe! A simple yet satisfying meal that’s perfect for a quick lunch or an Easy Italian Appetizer. So next time you’re in the mood for some Healthy Italian Snacks or looking for Easiest Italian Dishes to Make at Home, remember this delightful sandwich. After all, nothing says ‘I love Italian Cuisine’ like a Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Bread sandwich made from scratch! Until next time, happy cooking!
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