Caprese Salad | Fresh Italian Tomato & Mozzarella Salad

Caprese Salad is a simple yet elegant Italian dish featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic glaze. Ready in only 10 minutes, it's perfect as a refreshing appetizer, side dish, or light lunch.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Resting time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4

Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 260

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

4 large ripe tomatoes sliced
12 ounces fresh mozzarella sliced
20 fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

1 Sharp Knife Slice tomatoes and mozzarella
1 Cutting Board Prep ingredients
1 Large Serving Platter Arrange salad beautifully
1 Small Bowl Optional for mixing dressing
1 Measuring Spoons Olive oil and glaze

Method

Wash and slice the tomatoes into even rounds.Slice the fresh mozzarella into similar-sized rounds.Arrange tomato slices, mozzarella, and basil leaves alternately on a serving platter.Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.Drizzle with balsamic glaze.Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.Let the salad rest for 10 minutes before serving for the best flavor.

Notes

Fresh basil is essential.
Serve at room temperature.
Add balsamic glaze just before serving.
Use high-quality olive oil.
Best enjoyed the day it's made.
Use ripe, in-season tomatoes and fresh mozzarella for the most authentic Caprese Salad.