Easy Caprese Toast Air Fryer Recipe for Quick Meals

Welcome to our air fryer recipe series, where we make delicious and easy dishes to enjoy at home. Today, we're going to teach you how to prepare a scrumptious Caprese Toast using your air fryer. This tasty and colorful recipe is perfect for a quick snack, light lunch, or even a party appetizer. Let's get cooking!

Preparation time:

10 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of whole grain bread
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
• 8 oz (225g) fresh mozzarella, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps to follow:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brush olive oil on both sides of the whole grain bread slices.
3. Place the bread slices in the air fryer basket.
4. Air fry for 3-4 minutes until the bread is crispy and golden brown.
5. Remove the bread from the air fryer and assemble the Caprese toasts by layering tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves on top of each slice.
6. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and return the toasts to the air fryer for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese slightly.
7. Plate the Caprese toasts and serve immediately.

Tricks and tips:

• For an extra flavor boost, you can add a sprinkle of dried oregano or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the toasts before air frying.
• Ensure you don't overcrowd the air fryer basket, to allow the toast to become crispy and golden brown.

Benefits of the ingredients used:

The whole grain bread provides fiber and nutrients, while the tomatoes and basil contribute vitamins and antioxidants. Mozzarella offers a good source of protein and calcium, making this snack a healthy and satisfying option.

We hope you enjoy making and savoring these delightful Caprese Toasts from the air fryer. Until next time, happy cooking!