Make the Bread WATERMELON - Viral Watermelon Caprese Sandwich

Ingredients

• 2 lb Watermelon (seedless, cut into 1/2‑inch thick square slabs)
• 1 large Ripe Tomato (sliced about 1/3‑inch thick)
• 4 oz Fresh Mozzarella (sliced about 1/3‑inch thick)
• 6 large Fresh Basil Leaves (whole leaves, torn just before serving)
• 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar (use regular balsamic vinegar; can substitute balsamic glaze for thicker drizzle)
• 1 tsp Sea Salt (to season tomato slices)
• 1/2 tsp Freshly Cracked Black Pepper (to finish the sandwich)

Instructions

1. Trim Watermelon

   Place the watermelon on a cutting board and, using a sharp knife, cut off the ends to create a stable base. Then slice the melon into 1/2‑inch thick slabs and trim the edges to form even squares.

   Time: PT5M

2. Slice Tomato

   Wash the tomato, remove the stem, and slice it into 1/3‑inch thick rounds. Lightly pat the slices with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

   Time: PT5M

3. Slice Mozzarella

   Slice the fresh mozzarella into pieces roughly the same thickness as the tomato slices (about 1/3‑inch).

   Time: PT5M

4. Prepare Basil

   Rinse the basil leaves, pat dry, and tear them into large pieces just before assembling.

   Time: PT2M

5. Assemble the Sandwich

   On a watermelon slab, layer a slice of mozzarella, followed by a tomato slice, a few basil leaves, and a generous pinch of sea salt and cracked black pepper. Drizzle ½ tbsp of balsamic vinegar over the tomato.

   Time: PT5M

6. Top and Finish

   Place a second watermelon slab on top, press lightly to compact, and drizzle the remaining ½ tbsp balsamic vinegar over the top. Add a final pinch of salt and pepper if desired.

   Time: PT3M

7. Slice and Serve

   Using a sharp knife, cut the assembled sandwich diagonally into two triangles. Serve immediately while the watermelon is cold.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

190

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

9 g

Fiber

2 g