Lunche for 1
Caprese Sandwich
This no-cook sandwich layers toasted-style bread with arugula, tomato, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.
$18.20for 4 servings
$4.55 per serving$18.20 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 5 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 1servings as written
- $$$typical cost tier
ItalianVegetarianKid-friendlyLunchesBack to schoolSummer
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bagels, English muffins, croissants$0.70 each typical | 1 | $0.70Typical price |
| Bok choy and napa cabbage$1.99/lb typical | a little | $0.12Typical price |
| Fresh tomatoes$1.99/lb typical | 0.2 lb | $0.37Typical price |
| Mozzarella$0.30/oz typical | 1.5 oz | $0.45Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 2 | $2.79Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $4.55 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilVinegarSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 slices sourdough or other sturdy bread such as ciabatta or foccacia
- 2 tsp fruity olive oil
- 1/2 cup arugula leaves
- 2 1/2 slices thick tomato
- 2 slices thick cut fresh mozzarella
- 7 1/2 freshly torn basil leaves
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Steps
- Brush the bread slices with olive oil.
- Layer the arugula, tomato, mozzarella, and basil on one slice of bread.
- Drizzle the sandwich with balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
- Top with the second bread slice and serve immediately.
Swaps
- Mozzarella for Cheddar and shredded cheeseabout the same price
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