Caprese Sandwiches

Everybody loves a delicious sandwich and this is a take on the classic Caprese salad from the Italian region of Campania, made of sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil.

Total Time: 15 minutes
Makes 4 servings 

Ingredients

• 1 small clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup Veganaise
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 8 slices whole-grain country bread, toasted
• 4 slices provolone cheese (about 4 ounces)
• 2 large or 3 medium tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), sliced 1/2 inch thick

Preparation

1. Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler.
2. Mash garlic on a cutting board with the side of a chef’s knife or a spoon until a paste forms. Transfer to a small bowl and combine with mayonnaise, basil, lemon juice and pepper.
3. Place bread on a large baking sheet and broil until lightly toasted, 1 to 2 minutes. Turn the bread over and divide cheese among 4 of the pieces. Continue broiling until the cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes.
4. Assemble sandwiches with tomato and the garlic-herb mayonnaise. Top with the melted cheese bread.

Nutrition

Per serving: 389 calories; 20 g fat ( 7 g sat , 9 g mono ); 23 mg cholesterol; 36 g carbohydrates; 4 g added sugars; 17 g protein; 6 g fiber; 325 mg sodium; 428 mg potassium.