Focaccia Sandwich
Indulge in a delightful focaccia sandwich that features soft, fluffy bread layered with creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, juicy tomatoes, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. This crowd-pleaser is not only easy to prepare but also customizable, making it perfect for picnics, lunch gatherings, or cozy dinners at home. Enjoy the explosion of flavors in every bite as you craft this delicious sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf focaccia bread
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 ripe heirloom tomatoes, sliced
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the focaccia bread horizontally into two equal halves.
- Layer slices of fresh mozzarella on the bottom half of the bread.
- Add sliced heirloom tomatoes evenly over the cheese.
- Sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top of the tomatoes.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the entire layer.
- Place the top half of focaccia on and wrap the sandwich in aluminum foil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until everything is warm and gooey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg