Caprese Salad
Few dishes prove that such simple ingredients can create something truly unforgettable like a Caprese Salad recipe. This timeless classic Italian salad highlights the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a finishing drizzle of olive oil and balsamic glaze. It’s one of those favorite summer salads that tastes best when tomatoes are at their peak.
Balsamic glaze is a thick balsamic reduction made by simmering regular balsamic vinegar until it becomes sweet and syrupy.
Yes. Assemble the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil several hours ahead. Wait to add salt, pepper, olive oil, and glaze until just before serving to prevent excess tomato juice from collecting.
Ingredient Notes
- Fresh tomatoes: The star of the salad with juicy, fresh flavor.
- Fresh mozzarella cheese: Creamy and soft for the perfect bite.
- Fresh basil leaves: Adds classic Italian freshness.
- Extra virgin olive oil: Brings everything together with rich flavor.
- Balsamic glaze: Sweet, tangy finish that complements the tomatoes.
- Salt: Enhances every ingredient.
- Black pepper: Adds a touch of mild spice.
How to Make Caprese Salad
- Slice the tomatoes and fresh mozzarella cheese into even slices. Arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella on a serving platter.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between each layer.
- Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Finish with a drizzle of olive oil followed by a generous balsamic glaze. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Caprese Salad
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Ingredients
- 10 thick tomato slices
- 10 fresh mozzarella cheese slices
- 12 whole fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes and fresh mozzarella cheese into even slices. Arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella on a serving platter.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between each layer.
- Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Finish with a drizzle of olive oil followed by a generous balsamic glaze. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Nutrition
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