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Caprese 'BLT' with Naan and Caramelized Onions

There's nothing basic about this BLT from our friends at Sysco Foods. This Caprese BLT is built on naan bread for a tasty twist -- here, the "B" in "BLT" stands for "Basil Pesto"! Caramelized onions, ribbons of zucchini, fresh mozzarella and vine-ripened tomatoes make this sandwich seriously satiating.
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Course Entrées
Servings 2 sandwiches

Ingredients
  

Sandwich

  • 4 each Naan
  • 2 tablespoons Basil Pesto Recipe Follows
  • 1/2 cup caramelized onions Recipe Follows
  • 6 Slices Vine-Ripened Tomato
  • 6-8 slices zucchini ribbons (Recommend seasoned with salt and pepper, then grilled or lightly browned over skillet)
  • 1/2 cup fresh baby arugula
  • 2 1/2 ounces sliced fresh mozzarella

Basil Pesto Recipe (Makes 1 Cup)

  • 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 2/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Kosher Salt Fresh Ground Pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Cheese

Caramelized Onions (Makes 1/2 cup)

  • 2 large yellow onions sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Kosher salt
  • Low-sodium chicken broth or water

Instructions
 

Basil Pesto

  • Add basil, garlic and pine nuts to food processor. Pulse until coursely chopped. Add oil and process until incorporated and smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Caramelized Onions

  • Heat large saucepan or 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Melt butter until it sizzles. Add enough onions to cover pan base, allow to soften slightly and turn translucent while stirring, then add more onions. Continue process until all onions are added. Season with a pinch of salt. Reduce heat, stir every few minutes for 25 to 30 minutes. Use water or broth to avoid burning and continue stirring until onions get a nice dark brown color.

Sandwich Assembly

  • Toast naan in toaster, oven or on a grill or griddle.
  • Lay naan on work surface, flat side up. Spread pesto on one naan and top with caramelized onions, tomato, zucchini, arugula, fresh mozzarella and the second naan.

Notes

This recipe is provided courtesy of Sysco Foods.
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