Description
There’s nothing quite like the fresh, vibrant flavors of a classic Caprese Salad. This Italian dish is a celebration of simplicity, featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salad:
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh whole-milk mozzarella
- 9 medium basil leaves
- ½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
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In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients (olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard) with a small hand whisk until they emulsify into a smooth salad dressing. Set aside.
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Slice the tomatoes thinly. Aim to get a total of 10 slices.
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Using a sharp knife, slice the mozzarella thinly into 9 rounds.
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Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter, alternating and overlapping each other. Arrange the basil leaves on top.
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Sprinkle the salad with salt and pepper. Drizzle with the salad dressing. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 216