Description
A fresh and simple Caprese salad made with ripe tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large ripe tomatoes (sliced into ¼ inch thickness)
- 12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced into ¼ inch thickness)
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons balsamic reduction/glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Layer the tomato and mozzarella slices in a serving platter alternating between the two.
- Tuck in fresh basil leaves between every slice of tomato and mozzarella.
- Arrange the ingredients so you’re able to see the layers in the platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Season with salt, pepper, and drizzle with balsamic reduction/glaze if using.
Notes
- Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Fresh mozzarella provides a creamier texture than pre-shredded cheese.
- Customize with different herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg