Caprese Panini Recipe – A Classic Italian Sandwich with Pesto and Mozzarella
If you love Caprese salad, you’ll fall in love with this Caprese Panini—a warm, melty sandwich inspired by the flavors of Italy.
Originating from the Island of Capri, the classic Caprese salad is made to resemble the Italian flag with its red (tomatoes), white (fresh mozzarella), and green (basil or pesto). This grilled Caprese sandwich takes those same fresh flavors and transforms them into a comforting, crispy panini.
Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a light snack, this Caprese Panini recipe is easy to make at home with just a few ingredients. You can use a panini press, an indoor grill like a George Foreman, or simply a skillet on the stovetop.
Ingredients for Caprese Panini
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2 slices Italian bread (or your favorite rustic bread)
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2 Tablespoons prepared basil pesto (use my homemade pesto recipe)
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2 slices ripe tomato
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2 slices fresh mozzarella (buffalo mozzarella if available)
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½ Tablespoon butter
How to Make a Caprese Panini
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Spread 1 Tablespoon pesto on one slice of bread. Layer with fresh tomato slices and mozzarella.
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Spread the remaining pesto on the second slice of bread, then place on top to form a sandwich.
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Butter the top slice of bread. Place the sandwich buttered-side down on a hot grill or skillet.
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Spread the remaining butter on the top slice. Grill until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serves: 1
Why You’ll Love This Italian Panini
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Brings the flavors of Caprese salad into a warm, melty sandwich.
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Quick and easy—ready in less than 10 minutes.
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Perfect with a side salad, soup, or even as a light dinner.
This Caprese Panini with pesto is the ultimate grown-up grilled cheese, loaded with Italian flavors. Try it once, and it might just become your new favorite sandwich!
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