Fresh Caprese Toast Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Toast Base
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Rustic gluten-free sourdough bread, 1 thick slice (we love Bread Srsly or AWG Bakery)
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Fresh garlic clove, peeled with tip cut off
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Olive oil or avocado oil for toasting
→ Toppings
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Dairy-free fresh mozzarella, 2 oz (about 2 round slices) - Violife Cashew Milk Mozzarella recommended
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Baby spinach, about ¼ cup
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Medium tomatoes, 2 slices (preferably red Heirloom)
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Fresh basil leaves, 2 (1 for slicing, 1 for garnish)
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Balsamic glaze or reduced balsamic vinegar, 1-2 teaspoons
→ Seasonings
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Kosher salt or sea salt, to taste
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Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
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Red pepper chili oil or red pepper chili garlic flakes, to taste
# Instructions:
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Drizzle your bread slice with olive oil and toast it on a skillet over low-medium heat until it reaches a beautiful golden color on both sides.
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Take your peeled garlic clove and gently rub its cut end all over the warm toast to infuse it with flavor.
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Place your two slices of fresh dairy-free mozzarella evenly across the garlic-rubbed toast.
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Arrange a neat layer of baby spinach leaves over the mozzarella.
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Layer your tomato slices over the spinach, then season everything with a pinch of salt, fresh black pepper, and a touch of chili oil or flakes. Scatter the sliced basil and place the whole leaf for garnish, finishing with a lovely drizzle of balsamic glaze.
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Cut your masterpiece in half and enjoy while it's fresh and warm!
# Notes:
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This Caprese Toast makes for a perfect healthy breakfast, snack, lunch, or appetizer using fresh seasonal ingredients.
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Feel free to use regular mozzarella if you don't need the dairy-free option.