Description
Experience the essence of summer with a Classic Caprese Salad, where juicy heirloom tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil unite in a vibrant dish. This effortlessly elegant salad requires minimal prep and showcases fresh ingredients at their finest. Drizzled with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, each bite bursts with flavor, making it an ideal choice for warm evenings or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (preferably buffalo mozzarella)
- 4 ripe tomatoes (heirloom or vine-ripened)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Slice the tomatoes into thick rounds (about ½ inch).
- Cut or tear the mozzarella into rounds similar in size to the tomatoes.
- On a large platter or individual plates, layer tomato slices and mozzarella in an alternating pattern. Tuck whole basil leaves between layers.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper; drizzle balsamic vinegar and olive oil generously over the top.
- Serve immediately while fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg