Tomato-Basil Caprese Salad with Balsamic Drizzle

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-11 · Updated 2026-04-11

A vibrant Italian salad featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil, elevated with a simple balsamic reduction. This Italian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, basil leaves into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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 large, sliced 1/2-inch thick tomatoes
• 8 oz, sliced 1/2-inch thick mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup, torn basil leaves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Arrange the 2 large sliced tomatoes and 8 oz sliced mozzarella on a platter in alternating layers, overlapping slightly.
2. Step 2: Drizzle with 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil and 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
3. Step 3: Top with 1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves and let rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.