Description
This Caprese Salad is a vibrant dish featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil. It’s a simple yet flavorful option for a healthy meal or a quick dinner, perfect for anyone wanting a homemade touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ripe tomatoes any variety
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and black pepper to taste
- balsamic vinegar optional
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes and cheese into ¼-inch-thick rounds.
- Arrange tomatoes and cheese on a plate or platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil (and balsamic vinegar if using) and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh, in-season tomatoes.
Feel free to add more basil or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
Chill the salad for a few minutes before serving to enhance the taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg