Description
A simple and refreshing Italian salad made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on a plate, alternating them.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe, in-season tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Fresh mozzarella works better than pre-shredded.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: caprese salad, tomato mozzarella salad, Italian salad, easy appetizer