Heart-Healthy Mozzarella Caprese Salad
Elevate your appetizer game with this Heart-Healthy Mozzarella Caprese Salad, a vibrant fusion of fresh, wholesome ingredients that’s perfect for any occasion. This quick salad features buttery slices of fresh mozzarella, juicy ripe tomatoes, and aromatic basil leaves, all brought to life with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a luscious homemade balsamic-honey reduction. Packed with nutrients like calcium, antioxidants, and heart-healthy fats, this dish delivers both flavor and wellness in each bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for light lunches, dinner starters, or refreshing summer meals. Serve it as a stunning centerpiece of your healthy eating plan, showcasing Mediterranean-inspired simplicity that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 20 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into 1/4-inch thick slices, and set aside.
Slice the ripe tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices, discarding the stem end.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey. Stir constantly for about 3-5 minutes, or until the mixture is reduced and has a slight syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and let it cool.
On a large serving platter, arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices alternately in a circular pattern, overlapping them slightly.
Tuck the fresh basil leaves between the slices of tomato and mozzarella.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the salad.
Drizzle the balsamic reduction over the salad, ensuring it coats both tomatoes and mozzarella.
Sprinkle the salad with freshly cracked black pepper and sea salt to taste.
Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.7 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 2630 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.1 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1262 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1545 mg | 33% | |
*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.
