Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a classic Caprese salad, where ripe tomatoes meet creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil, all drizzled with aged balsamic vinegar. Perfect for warm evenings or picnics, this dish becomes a delightful culinary experience when paired with crisp white wine or refreshing mocktails. Elevate your meal and transport yourself to Italian summers with this easy-to-make salad that pleases every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- 4 ripe tomatoes (heirloom or vine-ripened)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the fresh mozzarella and tomatoes into thick rounds.
- Layer mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and basil leaves on a serving platter.
- Drizzle aged balsamic vinegar over the salad.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper before serving.
- Serve immediately alongside chosen beverages.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg