Martini Italian Bistro Caprese Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

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Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil leaves drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar for a vibrant Italian starter. This Italian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together fresh mozzarella balls, ripe vine tomatoes, fresh basil leaves for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
3 medium ripe vine tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Slice 3 medium ripe vine tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange evenly on a serving plate.
Step 2: Slice 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls into 1/4-inch thick slices and alternate with tomato slices on the plate.
Step 3: Scatter 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves over the arranged tomato and mozzarella slices.
Step 4: Drizzle 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and 1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar evenly over the salad.
Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper to taste and serve immediately for a fresh Italian appetizer.