Description
Caprese Salad with Fresh Basil is a delightful dish that combines fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic basil, creating a refreshing experience perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Fresh Mozzarella – 8 oz
- Ripe Tomatoes – 4 medium
- Fresh Basil Leaves – 1 cup
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil – 2 tablespoons
- Balsamic Vinegar – 1 tablespoon
- Salt – to taste
- Freshly Cracked Pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Wash the ripe tomatoes and fresh basil leaves thoroughly.
- Slice the tomatoes into even 1/4 inch thick slices.
- Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
- Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter, alternating them.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the arranged salad.
- Add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
- Sprinkle salt and freshly cracked pepper over the top.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality ingredients.
- Assemble the salad just before serving for optimal freshness.
- Consider variations like adding avocado or different cheeses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caprese Salad, Fresh Basil, Italian Salad, Healthy Salad