Easy Pesto Prosciutto Caprese Sandwich Recipe

There’s something magical about a perfectly assembled sandwich-crispy bread, creamy spread, salty meat and fresh cheese all in one bite. This prosciutto caprese sandwich delivers on every level, combining the bright flavors of pesto and ripe tomatoes with rich mozzarella and savory prosciutto.

Best of all, it comes together in just 5 minutes. Whether you’re packing lunch for work or need a quick meal at home, this sandwich is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Toast the ciabatta for extra crunch or keep it soft-either way, you’re in for a treat.

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Ingredients

1 unit Roma TomatoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Fresh MozzarellaView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Ciabatta BreadView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon PestoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 ounce ProsciuttoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Wash and dry the tomato and mozzarella.
2. Slice the mozzarella and tomato into ¼-inch-thick rounds. Season the tomato slices with salt and pepper.
3. Halve the ciabatta rolls. If desired, toast them until golden.
4. In a small bowl, combine the pesto and mayonnaise. Spread the mixture onto the cut sides of the ciabatta.
5. Layer the bottom halves with tomato slices, prosciutto and mozzarella slices. Close with the top halves.
6. Cut each sandwich diagonally in half. Divide between plates and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I make this sandwich ahead of time?

It’s best assembled fresh to keep the bread from getting soggy. If prepping for later, store components separately and assemble just before eating.

What can I substitute for prosciutto?

Try thinly sliced salami, ham or even roasted turkey for a different flavor.

Can I use a different type of bread?

Absolutely! A crusty baguette, focaccia or sourdough would work well in place of ciabatta.