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Caprese Toasts

These caprese toasts make a brilliant lunch or dinner. Toast is topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil leaves then baked until melty and delicious!
Course Main Course, Snack
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Calories 337kcal

Ingredients

  • 300 g Cherry Tomatoes
  • 4 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Chilli deseeded and sliced
  • 4 sprigs Thyme
  • 2 cloves Garlic smashed
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 20 g Basil chopped
  • 250 g Mozzarella torn
  • 4 thick slices Sourdough or bread of your choice
  • Balsamic Vinegar/Glaze to serve

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 200°C/400°C. Put the tomatoes, garlic, chilli and olive oil on a baking sheet, season well and toss. Roast for 25-30 minutes then stir through the basil. Switch the oven to the grill on high.
  • Place the bread on a baking sheet. Split the tomatoes between the 4 pieces of bread then top with the mozzarella. Drizzle over any leftover oil from cooking the tomatoes. Put the sandwiches underneath the grill and cook until browned. Serve drizzled with balsamic vinegar.

Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used.

Nutrition

Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 407mg | Potassium: 262mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1208IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 339mg | Iron: 1mg