Heirloom Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
Bright, colorful, and bursting with fresh summer flavors, this Heirloom Tomato and Mozzarella Salad is a vibrant twist on the classic caprese salad. Juicy slices of heirloom tomatoes pair beautifully with creamy rounds of fresh mozzarella, while fragrant basil leaves add a touch of herbal freshness. Drizzled with rich extra virgin olive oil and tangy balsamic glaze, then finished with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a refreshing side dish, this salad is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients that take center stage.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large heirloom tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 0.5 teaspoons coarse sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the heirloom tomatoes and basil leaves.
Slice the heirloom tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange them on a large serving platter or individual plates.
Drain the fresh mozzarella balls and slice them into rounds of a similar thickness as the tomatoes. Place the mozzarella slices between the tomato slices on the platter.
Scatter the fresh basil leaves generously over the tomatoes and mozzarella for a pop of color and flavor.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the salad, followed by the balsamic glaze in a decorative swirl or pattern.
Sprinkle the coarse sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper over the top of the salad for seasoning.
Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or as a side dish to your main meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 431 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 333 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 600 mg | 13% | |
*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.
