5-Minute Prosciutto Caprese Sandwich with Pesto Mayo

There’s nothing quite like a perfectly assembled sandwich. With crusty bread, creamy pesto mayo, salty prosciutto, ripe tomato and fresh mozzarella, this one hits all the right notes. Best of all, it comes together in just five minutes-no cooking required.

Whether you’re packing lunch for the office or need a speedy meal at home, this sandwich delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Simply layer the ingredients and enjoy a taste of Italy in every bite.

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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. Slice both into ¼-inch-thick rounds. Season the tomato slices with a pinch of salt and pepper.
2. Cut the ciabatta rolls in half horizontally. If desired, toast the cut sides in a toaster or under the broiler until golden.
3. In a small bowl, stir together the pesto and mayonnaise until well combined. Spread the mixture evenly onto the cut sides of the ciabatta.
4. Layer the bottom halves with tomato slices, prosciutto and mozzarella rounds. Close the sandwiches with the top halves.
5. Slice each sandwich in half on a diagonal and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of bread?

Yes, any crusty bread like focaccia, sourdough or a baguette works well. Just adjust the toasting time as needed.

How should I store leftover sandwiches?

Assembled sandwiches are best eaten fresh. If you have leftovers, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 1 day. The bread may soften.

Can I make this sandwich vegetarian?

Absolutely! Omit the prosciutto and add extra vegetables like roasted red peppers, arugula or sliced cucumber for a delicious vegetarian version.