Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad by Barefoot Contessa
Elevate your salad game with the Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad by Barefoot Contessa, a modern twist on the classic Italian favorite! This vibrant dish combines the sweet, caramelized flavors of roasted cherry tomatoes with creamy slices of fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil leaves, and a rich drizzle of balsamic glaze. A hint of sugar enhances the tomatoes’ natural sweetness, while roasting deepens their flavor, creating a perfect harmony of savory and tangy notes. Ready in under 45 minutes, this elegant salad is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or upscale appetizers. Bursting with fresh, seasonal ingredients, this caprese salad is a showstopping, crowd-pleasing recipe that screams summer on a plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pints Cherry or grape tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella (sliced)
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Spread the cherry or grape tomatoes on the baking sheet.
Drizzle the tomatoes with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of sugar.
Toss the tomatoes gently to coat, and spread them into a single layer on the baking sheet.
Roast the tomatoes in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, until they are soft and slightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
On a large serving plate, arrange the sliced fresh mozzarella evenly.
Top the mozzarella with the roasted tomatoes and spoon any juices from the baking sheet over the salad.
Scatter fresh basil leaves over the top for garnish.
Drizzle the entire salad with balsamic glaze for a touch of sweetness.
Serve immediately at room temperature and enjoy this savory and slightly tangy salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.9 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.4 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 4016 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.0 g | ||
| Protein | 54.9 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1309 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1743 mg | 37% | |
*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.
