Easy Caprese Insalata
Delight in the simplicity and elegance of this Easy Caprese Insalata, a quintessential Italian salad bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors. Featuring creamy slices of fresh mozzarella, juicy vine-ripened tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves, this dish comes together in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. Finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, sweet balsamic glaze, and a light sprinkling of coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, this recipe offers a perfect balance of savory and tangy notes. Serve it as a stunning appetizer, a refreshing side dish, or a light meal for four. Perfect for summer dining or year-round freshness, this Caprese salad captures the essence of simple, wholesome ingredients at their finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 3 medium vine-ripened tomatoes
- 12 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 0.5 teaspoons coarse sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds as well.
On a serving platter or individual plates, arrange alternating slices of mozzarella and tomato in a line or circular pattern.
Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices or place them on top for a decorative and flavorful touch.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the arranged slices of mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
Drizzle balsamic glaze lightly over the salad for a touch of sweetness and vibrant flavor.
Sprinkle the salad with coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately as a starter, side dish, or light meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.1 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 424 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 276 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
