Caprese Salad
This beautiful Caprese Salad features ripe summer tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil drizzled with olive oil and a balsamic reduction. Classic, simple, and perfect for summer!
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 4 large tomatoes sliced
- 12-18 ounces mozzarella sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic reduction
- Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter, alternating between the two. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices.
- Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic reduction over the salad. Season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Caprese Salad!
Notes
- Caprese salad is only as good as the ingredients you use. So, fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil are key for this recipe.
- If you don’t have a balsamic reduction, you can use balsamic vinegar instead.
- Serve caprese salad immediately for the best flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 | Calories: 332kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 502mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g