Martini-Style Italian Caprese Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

A fresh Italian salad inspired by the martini's clean flavors, combining ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil with a drizzle of vermouth-infused vinaigrette. This Italian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together ripe heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, 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.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, sliced 1/4-inch thick ripe heirloom tomatoes
• 8 oz, sliced 1/4-inch thick fresh mozzarella
• 12 fresh basil leaves
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp dry vermouth
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Arrange 2 medium sliced heirloom tomatoes and 8 oz sliced fresh mozzarella alternately on a serving plate, overlapping each slice slightly.
2. Step 2: Tuck 12 fresh basil leaves evenly between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp dry vermouth, 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper until emulsified.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the vermouth vinaigrette evenly over the arranged salad.
5. Step 5: Let the salad sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.