Mozzarella Tomato and Basil Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Mozzarella Tomato and Basil Salad is a timeless classic that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Featuring creamy slices of fresh mozzarella, juicy ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves, this salad comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a quick appetizer or refreshing side dish. Drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and a touch of balsamic glaze, then sprinkled with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, every bite delivers a harmonious balance of simplicity and elegance. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a healthy, flavorful snack, this Caprese-inspired salad is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into 1/4-inch thick rounds and set aside.
Cut the tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices. Try to match the size of the tomato slices to the mozzarella slices for an even presentation.
Wash and gently pat dry the fresh basil leaves.
On a large serving plate, arrange the mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil leaves in an alternating pattern, slightly overlapping them (e.g., mozzarella, tomato, basil).
Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil evenly over the arranged salad.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze lightly over the salad for added flavor and garnish.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly over the salad.
Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.6 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.1 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 2634 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 53.5 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1226 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1415 mg | 30% | |
*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.
