Description
Enjoy a simple and classic Caprese salad with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil. This easy summer salad is perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large ripe tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes and fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter, alternating them.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the slices.
- Drizzle the salad with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze (if using).
- Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor.
- Allow the mozzarella to come to room temperature before slicing for easier handling.
- For an extra touch, you can sprinkle flaky sea salt over the salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg