Simple Caprese Salad

Bright, fresh, and effortlessly elegant, this Simple Caprese Salad is the ultimate celebration of summer flavors. Featuring juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves, this classic Italian-inspired dish is brought to life with a drizzle of rich extra virgin olive oil and tangy balsamic glaze. Finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, this no-cook recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and is perfect as a vibrant appetizer or refreshing side dish. Whether displayed on a platter for entertaining or enjoyed as a quick, wholesome meal, this salad is a beautiful blend of simplicity and sophistication.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

3 large ripe tomatoes
8 oz fresh mozzarella
15 leaves fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic glaze
0.5 tsp flaky sea salt
0.25 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the tomatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Slice the tomatoes and fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 3

On a large serving plate, alternate layers of tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and fresh basil leaves, slightly overlapping them in a visually appealing pattern.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the arranged salad.

Step 5

Drizzle the balsamic glaze across the top for added sweetness and flavor.

Step 6

Sprinkle the salad with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper for seasoning.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(829.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1055.9

Total Fat 75.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 147.4mg	0%
Sodium 2696.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 27.9g
Protein 59.3g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 1649.2mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1654.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.5%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 15.6%