Low Carb Sandwich Bread with Caprese
Ingredients:
- Low Carb Sandwich Bread : 2 slices (about 50g)
- Tomato: 150g (about 1 large tomato or 2 medium tomatoes)
- Mozzarella: 50g (about half a mozzarella)
- Fresh basil: 5g (about 5-6 leaves)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO): 5g (1 teaspoon)
- Salt and pepper: as needed
Procedure:
1. Toast the slices of bread :
o Preheat the toaster or an electric griddle to medium.
o Place the slices of bread in the toaster or on the griddle and toast for about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden and slightly crispy.
o Once ready, remove them and leave them to cool slightly on a plate.
2. Prepare the fresh ingredients :
o Wash the tomato well under running water and dry it with a cloth.
o Cut the tomato into slices about 0.5 cm thick. If the tomato is very large, you can cut the slices in half to better fit the slices of bread.
o Drain the mozzarella from its liquid and cut it into slices about 0.5 cm thick.
o Wash the basil leaves and dry them gently with a cloth.
3. Assemble the sandwich :
o Arrange the toasted bread slices on a serving plate or cutting board.
o Carefully place the tomato slices on the slices of bread. Try to cover the entire surface evenly.
o Overlay the mozzarella slices on top of the tomato, distributing them evenly.
4. Add the fresh ingredients :
o Tear the basil leaves with your hands and distribute them evenly over the mozzarella.
o Pour a teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil on the slices of bread, trying to distribute it evenly.
o Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste to enhance the flavors.
5. Serve immediately :
o The caprese toast is ready to be served immediately.
Nutritional values:
Finally, here are the average nutritional values of a Low Carb Pancarrè with Summer Caprese.
