Description
Caprese Salad is a quintessential Italian dish that celebrates simplicity and freshness. This vibrant salad combines ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, all elegantly drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. Perfect for casual family dinners or sophisticated gatherings, Caprese Salad brings a burst of color and flavor to your table. With just a few minutes of prep time, this recipe is ideal for quick meals or impressive appetizers. Enjoy the delightful contrast of textures and flavors in every bite while indulging in a dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes (3–4 medium)
- 12–16 oz fresh mozzarella
- 1 bunch fresh basil
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Layer sliced tomatoes on a serving platter.
- Tuck slices of mozzarella between the tomato slices and add whole basil leaves in between.
- Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg