Caprese Toast with Melted Mozzarella
A crispy toast topped with fresh tomatoes, flavorful pesto, and mozzarella that melts deliciously on top. This trendy Italian recipe combines simplicity and intense flavors for a refined appetizer or starter.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 slices of white bread or ciabatta
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes
- 5.3 oz fresh mozzarella
- 4 tablespoons pesto (fresh or jarred)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
- Parmesan shavings (optional)
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- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet.
- 2
Brush each slice with a little olive oil. Toast for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden.
- 3
Remove from the oven and generously spread pesto on each toast.
- 4
Slice the tomatoes into thin rounds, arrange them on the pesto. Lightly salt and pepper.
- 5
Tear the mozzarella into small pieces and distribute evenly over the tomatoes.
- 6
Return to the oven for 4-5 minutes until the mozzarella is lightly golden and melted.
- 7
Drizzle with a little olive oil before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
💡 Chef's Tip
For optimal results, choose buffalo mozzarella which melts better than standard mozzarella. You can also prepare your toasts in advance and assemble them at the last minute for extra crispiness.
