Fresh, colorful, and bursting with flavor, Caprese Salad is a classic Italian dish made with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic glaze. It’s the perfect appetizer, side dish, or light lunch.
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ounces (225g) fresh mozzarella, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and slice the tomatoes into ¼-inch thick rounds.
- Slice the fresh mozzarella into rounds of similar thickness.
- Arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella on a serving platter.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
- Drizzle evenly with extra virgin olive oil.
- Finish with balsamic glaze.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
0 minutes
Total Time
10 minutes
Servings
4 servings
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 260
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 14g
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on the ingredients used.
Tips
- Use ripe, in-season tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Fresh mozzarella packed in water provides the creamiest texture.
- Add sliced avocado for a delicious twist.
- Garnish with extra basil leaves just before serving.
- Enjoy with crusty bread or grilled chicken for a complete meal.