Tomato and Mozzarella Caprese Salad
A vibrant Caprese salad featuring three-quarters ripe tomatoes paired with creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and a balsamic glaze. This Italian summer cookout recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs fresh mozzarella, sliced 3/4-inch thick, fresh basil leaves, and extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 3/4-inch thick slices
- 12 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced 3/4-inch thick
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Arrange 4 large ripe tomatoes sliced into 3/4-inch thick rounds alternately with 12 oz fresh mozzarella slices of the same thickness on a serving plate.
- Step 2: Tuck 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves evenly between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
- Step 3: Drizzle 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar evenly over the salad.
- Step 4: Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper to taste. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
