Caprese Salad: The Best Fresh Twist for Your Summer Table
Enjoy a refreshing Caprese Salad with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil for your summer table.
Equipment
- Plate
Ingredients
- 3 large tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ounces mozzarella, sliced
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil https://amzn.to/3rke6TH
- 1 tablespoon balsamic reduction https://downshiftology.com/recipes/balsamic-reduction/
- flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the tomato and cheese. Add a slice of tomato to a plate, then add a slice of mozzarella on top. Keep alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella until you've used up all of the ingredients.
- Add the basil. Place fresh basil leaves in between the layers. I prefer smaller basil leaves to keep them whole, but if you have large basil leaves you can cut them up.
- Finishing touches. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic reduction on top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.
Notes
Make sure to check out my separate recipe for how to make a Balsamic Reduction. You can get creative and substitute the tomatoes for a variety of fruits, including peaches, nectarines, strawberries, and more. Use what’s in season!
Nutrition
Serving: 1saladCalories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 13gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 262mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1152IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 296mgIron: 1mg
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