Description
Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, all beautifully drizzled with rich balsamic glaze. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light lunch. With its colorful presentation and explosion of flavors, itβs sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large ripe tomatoes (sliced)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly.
- Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella evenly.
- On a serving platter, layer the sliced tomatoes and mozzarella artfully.
- Sprinkle torn basil leaves between layers.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze and olive oil over the salad.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for peak freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Assembling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad portion (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg