Description
Caprese Salad is a classic Italian dish that beautifully combines fresh ingredients to create a vibrant and refreshing salad. Made with ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, this dish is perfect for summer gatherings or as a delightful side any time of year. Its simplicity in preparation and stunning presentation makes it a favorite among food enthusiasts. Drizzled with high-quality olive oil and optionally topped with balsamic glaze, each bite bursts with fresh flavors, making it an irresistible addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes (3–4 medium), sliced
- 12–16 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 Tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and slice the ripe tomatoes and mozzarella into uniform thickness.
- On a serving platter, layer the tomato slices followed by mozzarella slices, interspersing whole basil leaves between them for visual appeal.
- Season generously with sea salt and black pepper. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and optional balsamic glaze for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg