Caprese Pesto Baguettes (Edit recipe)

Summer favorites, all in one place! Fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and a touch of pesto. Measure with your heart and use as much or as little of each ingredient as you’d like. These are little bites of heaven.

5 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	239
Fat:	21 g
Carbohydrates:	12 g
Protein:	5 g
Cholesterol:	10 g
Sodium:	318 mg
Fiber:	2 g
Sugars:	1 g
Calculated per serving.

by allisappetite

Serves: 2

Ingredients

1/2 whole Gluten-free Baguette
1/4 cup Gluten Free Basil Pesto (click for recipe)
1/2 cup Grape Tomatoes, quartered
1/4 cup Marinated Mozzarella Cheese Balls (BelGioioso), quartered, plus 2 tbsp of the marinated oil
1 Tbsp fresh Basil, chiffonaded, plus extra for garnish
1 pinch Salt
1 Tbsp Olive Oil

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

In a small bowl, mix together the tomatoes, mozzarella, and 2 tablespoons of the marinated oil. Add a pinch of salt and fresh basil, then toss together. Set aside.
Slice your baguette into 1/4 inch slices, line on a baking sheet, and bake at 375°F until lightly toasted. Remove from the oven and let cool for just a couple of minutes.
Once slightly cooled, spread pesto evenly on each slice (add as much as you like)! Top with a small spoonful of the tomato and mozzarella mixture.
Sprinkle with extra basil and drizzle with olive oil. Enjoy!

Notes

This is a great little recipe because you can use as much or as little of each ingredient as you enjoy. Love pesto? Smear it on top! Only want a little? That’s okay too! The same applies to every ingredient here—including the basil. You can absolutely also use pre-made pesto instead of making your own.