Tossed Caprese Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Tossed Caprese Salad is the ultimate no-cook dish for effortless sophistication. Combining juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella balls, and fragrant basil leaves, this 10-minute recipe is elevated with a drizzle of rich balsamic glaze and extra-virgin olive oil. Lightly seasoned with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, this quick and easy salad is perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, side dish, or refreshing addition to summer gatherings. With its vibrant colors and bold, classic Italian flavors, this Caprese-inspired dish is a must-try for lovers of simple, wholesome recipes. Serve immediately or let it chill for a more robust taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to a large mixing bowl.
Drain the fresh mozzarella balls and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Gently rinse the basil leaves, pat them dry, and tear them into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the tomato, mozzarella, and basil mixture.
Add the balsamic glaze, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to the bowl.
Toss all ingredients gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Serve immediately as a side dish or light appetizer, or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.5 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.2 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1608 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.3 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 884 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 300 mg | 6% | |
*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.
