No-Cook Tomato and Basil Summer Sandwich

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A refreshing no-cook sandwich featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella, perfect for a quick summer lunch. This Mediterranean-inspired no-cook recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, fresh mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Lay 4 slices of ciabatta bread flat on a clean surface. Drizzle each slice with 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, spreading it evenly with the back of a spoon.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick, evenly on two of the bread slices. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper over the tomatoes to enhance their flavor.
  3. Step 3: Layer 4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4 inch thick, over the tomatoes, then place 8 fresh basil leaves evenly on top to add a fragrant herbal note.
  4. Step 4: Top each assembled slice with the remaining bread slices, pressing gently to hold the sandwich together. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors.

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