Low Fat Classic Caprese Salad
Elevate your appetizer game with this Low Fat Classic Caprese Salad, a lighter twist on the timeless Italian favorite. Featuring creamy low-fat mozzarella, juicy plum tomatoes, vibrant basil leaves, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil, this recipe is a refreshing and nutritious treat ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a healthy side dish or starter, this salad bursts with flavor while keeping the calorie count in check. Served chilled with a touch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper, it’s the perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Whether you’re meal-prepping or hosting, this low-fat Caprese salad is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 4 pieces ripe plum tomatoes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by slicing the low-fat mozzarella cheese into thick slices, approximately 1/4 inch in thickness.
2. Slice the plum tomatoes into equally thick slices, trying to match the cheese slices in size for uniformity.
3. Wash and gently pat dry the basil leaves with a clean kitchen towel.
4. On a large plate or serving platter, arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices in an alternating pattern (tomato, mozzarella, then a basil leaf) until all ingredients are used.
5. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar evenly over the assembled salad, ensuring each slice gets a bit of the tangy glaze.
6. Follow with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, adding a light, fruity flavor to the salad.
7. Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference.
8. Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
662 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.2 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2467 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 56.1 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1049 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 687 mg | 15% | |
*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.
