Grilled Caprese Toast

Originally posted June 28, 2015.

Grilled Caprese Toast: Charred rustic toast, topped with melted mozzarella, fresh tomatoes and a drizzle of balsamic. Perfect all year!

When you are planning an Italian meal, what is the first thing that pops in your head?  Is it spaghetti, garlic bread, or possibly baked ziti?  For me, I automatically think about having a big plate of caprese.  Even though it may not be the "main dish" I still can't imagine an Italian meal without it.  

I love the plump tomatoes, fresh basil and of course the drizzle of balsamic vinegar and olive oil.  If I am making it at home, I make sure to include real mozzarella for my husband, and vegan mozzarella for myself.  However, if I'm out at a restaurant I will just enjoy the balsamic dredged tomatoes.  Either way, it still hits the spot.

Recently, I wanted to try a new variation of my favorite Italian appetizer. Still with the traditional flavors, but a little more substantial. This Grilled Caprese Toast is perfectly crispy, cheesy and fresh. Everything you want in an Italian recipe!

WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED?

• 2 slices of sourdough bread (or preferred rustic bread)
• 1 large tomato
• 3 oz fresh mozzarella
• olive oil
• balsamic vinegar
• fresh basil

HOW DO I MAKE GRILLED CAPRESE TOAST?

Brush both sides of your toast with olive oil, then place them on your grill. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until it becomes crispy but not overly charred.

Add the sliced mozzarella to the toasted bread and close the lid to your grill. The cheese will slowly begin to melt, creating this amazingly smooth creamy texture.

Once the cheese is melted and the toast is charred to your desire, remove from grill, add a slice or two of fresh tomato and another drizzle of olive oil along with balsamic vinegar and fresh basil.  It's super simple and SUPER good!

As you can tell, I do not use very precise measurements for this dish.  It's not necessary.  Add as much or as little cheese, basil, and balsamic vinegar as you wish.  Have fun cooking and experimenting with your food!

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Grilled Caprese Toast

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Ingredients

• 2 slices of sourdough bread (or preferred rustic bread)
• 1 large tomato - sliced
• 3 oz fresh mozzarella - sliced
• olive oil
• balsamic vinegar
• fresh basil

Instructions

1. Brush both sides of your toast with olive oil, then place them on your grill. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until it becomes crispy but not overly charred.
2. Add the sliced mozzarella to the toasted bread and close the lid to your grill. The cheese will slowly begin to melt, creating this amazingly smooth creamy texture.
3. Once the cheese is melted and the toast is charred to your desire, remove from grill and add 1-2 slices of fresh tomato.
4. Lastly, I add another drizzle of olive oil along with balsamic vinegar and fresh basil