Classic Caprese Salad
Classic Caprese Salad
Ingredients
For the Caprese Salad
- 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, such as Roma or heirloom, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella, such as fresh mozzarella balls or log, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, whole, large leaves preferred
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, as needed, for drizzling (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Carefully slice the ripe tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. If using larger tomatoes, you may cut them into half-moon shapes. Arrange the tomato slices on a large serving platter, slightly overlapping them or alternating with mozzarella.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Arrange the mozzarella slices on the platter alongside or in between the tomato slices.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Tuck the fresh basil leaves in between the tomato and mozzarella slices. Ensure the basil is evenly distributed across the platter.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil generously over the entire salad. Season the salad with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
If desired, drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh flavors.
⏱️ 4 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Classic Caprese Salad
Ingredients
For the Caprese Salad
- 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, such as Roma or heirloom, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella, such as fresh mozzarella balls or log, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, whole, large leaves preferred
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, as needed, for drizzling (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Carefully slice the ripe tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. If using larger tomatoes, you may cut them into half-moon shapes. Arrange the tomato slices on a large serving platter, slightly overlapping them or alternating with mozzarella.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Arrange the mozzarella slices on the platter alongside or in between the tomato slices.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Tuck the fresh basil leaves in between the tomato and mozzarella slices. Ensure the basil is evenly distributed across the platter.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil generously over the entire salad. Season the salad with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
If desired, drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh flavors.
⏱️ 4 min