Easy Baguette Caprese Sandwich with Pesto

This easy baguette Caprese sandwich features creamy mozzarella, ripe tomato slices, fragrant basil, and pesto all tucked into a baguette for an easy lunch or dinner. Effortless but not boring in any way!

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It’s no secret I am a huge fan of the classic Caprese flavors.

And my love reaches a fever pitch when it gets warm and my garden starts producing all the fresh tomatoes and basil.

Then I could eat Caprese everything every single day of my life and be the happiest person in the world.

Probably because cheese holds the key to true happiness.

As does pesto, which again I could put on anything. (Hello Easy Baked Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce!)

And let me tell you this easy baguette Caprese sandwich with pesto is everything I want in a warm weather meal.

Garden ripe tomatoes.

Loads of creamy mozzarella.

So much fragrant basil.

All tucked into a baguette spread with pesto.

No cooking needed.

Sign me right up!

Ingredients and Kitchen Supplies

• Baguettes– Look for these in the bakery section. Depending on your grocery store, you may be able to find roll sized half baguettes. If not, grab a long one and cut in into two equal sized pieces.
• Pesto– You could make homemade walnut pesto, Easy Lemon Pesto Sauce, Pesto Genovese or buy your favorite storebought brand.
• Fresh mozzarella– Do not use the stuff in a bag. The cheese is the star of this sandwich!
• Tomatoes– I prefer Roma tomatoes, but you can use any kind other than cherry or grape tomatoes. Slice them thinly.
• Fresh basil leaves– Don’t substitute dried basil! The flavor is totally different!
• Salt and pepper– To taste

Kitchen supplies you’ll want include:

• A bread knife
• Cutting board
• Serrated knife

How to Make Baguette Caprese Sandwich

1. Slice the baguette in half lengthwise.

Use a bread knife to slice the baguette or in half lengthwise so you have a top piece and a bottom piece.

2. Spread the pesto on the baguette.

Use about a tablespoon or so of pesto on each side of the bread and spread it out evenly so it covers the entire inside of the bread.

3. Build your pesto caprese sandwich!

Layer thinly sliced tomatoes, sliced fresh mozzarella and fresh basil leaves onto the bottom piece of the sliced baguette.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Close the sandwich by putting the top piece on.

Enjoy!

Storing Leftovers

Like most sandwiches this is best served the day you make it.

But if you are making in the morning to bring to lunch or do have leftovers, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or foil and store them in the fridge for no more than 2 days.

Keep in mind the bread’s texture will change more the longer you store it.

What Goes with a Caprese Sandwich?

This sandwich is deceptively hearty, but if you are looking to round out your meal more it pairs well with:

• Easy Baked Sweet Potato Fries
• Air Fryer Asparagus with Parmesan Cheese
• Italian Cucumber Tomato Salad
• Easy Tomato and Onion Salad with Vinegar
• Salad with Strawberries and Candied Pecans
• Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad with Pesto

FAQs

Tips and Tricks

• Want a little freshness in your storebought pesto? Stir in a squeeze of fresh lemon juice prior to spreading it out. Or just use our homemade lemon pesto sauce instead.
• Up the veggie factor by stuffing some arugula or baby spinach leaves in the caprese baguette.
• Add extra flavor by brushing olive oil onto the inside of the baguette halves and grilling it for a minute or two to get it golden.
• For more tang, drizzle on a balsamic reduction like the one from this strawberry caprese salad.
• Looking for a more meaty sandwich with pesto? Try this turkey pesto panini.

Other Caprese Recipes

Looking for more ways to enjoy the classic Caprese flavor? Here are some of our favorites:

• Fried Mozzarella Caprese– Everything is better with fried cheese.
• Strawberry Caprese Salad– Sweet strawberries replace tomatoes for an extra summery take on the classic.
• Panzanella Caprese Salad– Caprese plus bread equals goodness.
• Puff Pastry Caprese Cups– Cute little appetizer portions of Caprese salad are perfect for entertaining or date night in
• Easy Tortellini Caprese Skewers– Pillowy cheese filled pasta gets skewered with tomatoes and mozzarella for a lovely appetizer for holidays or other occasions,
• Instant Pot Caprese Pasta– Delicious hot or cold, it’s a yummy summer pasta
• Mini Caprese Skewers– An adorable presentation for portable appetizer Caprese
• Shrimp Caprese Pasta– A fancy take on Caprese pasta
• The Best Burrata Caprese Salad– Creamy burrata instead of mozzarella? OMG.
• Air Fryer Gnocchi Caprese– Crispy air fried gnocchi tossed with the classic Caprese combination. Yes please!
• Elegant and Easy Prosciutto Caprese Skewers– Caprese skewers with the addition of salty, savory Italian meat.
• Easy Pesto Caprese Salad (Italian Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil Salad)– Pesto and the classic flavors all together.
• Burrata Panzanella Salad Recipe– Cream filled mozzarella in a tomato bread salad.
• Easy Caprese Panini Sandwich with Pesto– The same flavors as this baguette caprese sandwich with pesto but grilled and ooey gooey!
• Easy Baked Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce– Ok technically this is not a caprese recipe but it does have so much pesto goodness that I had to sneak it into this list!

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