Ingredient Vegetable Tomato Sun Dried Tomato Tomato & Smoked Mozzarella Sandwiches 4.3 (3) 3 Reviews Take a classic combination like fresh tomatoes and mozzarella, add a couple flavor-packed ingredients like olives and sun-dried tomatoes, put it between two pieces of crusty bread and you'll have a satisfying weekend lunch or an easy warm-weather supper. By EatingWell Test Kitchen EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is a group of dedicated culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a registered dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 18, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Cook Time: 15 mins Additional Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings Nutrition Profile: Bone Health Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Vegetarian Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, (not oil-packed) 1 clove garlic, crushed and peeled ¼ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper ¼ cup chopped olives 8 slices sourdough bread, preferably whole-grain 4 ounces fresh mozzarella, preferably smoked, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices Freshly ground pepper, to taste 3 vine-ripened tomatoes, sliced 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1 cup fresh basil leaves Directions Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Let plump for 10 minutes. On a cutting board, mash the garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt with the side of a knife until it's a smooth paste. Transfer to a bowl and whisk in 1 tablespoon oil, the lemon juice and crushed red pepper. Drain the tomatoes and finely chop. Add to the bowl with the dressing, along with the olives; mix well. Spread the tomato mixture on half the bread. Layer on cheese slices, some pepper, then the tomato slices; season with salt and vinegar. Top with several basil leaves. Brush the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over the remaining bread slices and set them on the sandwiches. Tips Make Ahead Tip: Prepare the tomato spread (Steps 1-3); cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 385 Calories 18g Fat 39g Carbs 14g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 385 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 39g 14% Dietary Fiber 6g 23% Total Sugars 9g Protein 14g 29% Total Fat 18g 23% Saturated Fat 5g 26% Cholesterol 22mg 7% Vitamin A 1642IU 33% Vitamin C 18mg 20% Folate 27mcg 7% Sodium 873mg 38% Calcium 226mg 17% Iron 3mg 19% Magnesium 34mg 8% Potassium 454mg 10% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.