Cucumber Caprese Sandwich
This Cucumber Caprese Sandwich layers crisp cucumber, ripe tomato, creamy mozzarella, pesto mayo, and balsamic glaze on toasted whole-wheat bread.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon pesto
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread, toasted
- 1 small tomato, sliced (3 1/2 ounces)
- 1 ounce fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ⅓ cup cucumber slices (2 ounces)
- ½ cup baby kale or arugula
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine the pesto and mayonnaise in a small bowl until creamy.
- Spread the pesto mixture over one side of both pieces of toast.
- Arrange the tomato, mozzarella, cucumber, and baby kale or arugula over one toast slice.
- Spoon the balsamic glaze over the filling, then season with freshly ground pepper.
- Close the sandwich with the remaining toast, placing the spread side against the filling.
- Slice in half and serve right away while the toast is crisp.
Notes
- Toast the bread firmly so it holds up to the juicy tomato and cucumber.
- Assemble just before serving for the freshest texture.
- Arugula adds a peppery bite, while baby kale gives a softer green flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 437
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 589mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 26mg
Keywords: Cucumber Caprese Sandwich, cucumber sandwich, caprese sandwich, mozzarella sandwich, pesto sandwich