🌿 A simple and beautiful Italian salad with ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil — drizzled with olive oil and a touch of balsamic.
Ingredients
🍅 3 ripe tomatoes (Roma or heirloom)
🧀 200g fresh mozzarella (sliced)
🌿 Fresh basil leaves
🛢️ 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
🍇 1 tsp balsamic glaze (optional)
🧂 Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preparation
1. 🔪 Slice tomatoes and mozzarella into even rounds.
2. 🍽️ Arrange them alternately on a plate: tomato, mozzarella, basil.
3. 🛢️ Drizzle with olive oil and (if using) balsamic glaze.
4. 🧂 Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 🌿 Serve immediately as a light starter or side dish.
Total Time
✍️ Prep time: 10 minutes
✅ Total: 10 minutes
Nutritional Value
🔥 Calories: ~260 kcal
🥚 Protein: 12g
🧈 Fat: 20g
🍞 Carbs: 5g
Advice
💡 Use tomatoes at room temperature for the best flavor, and tear basil gently to release its aroma.
Status
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Fresh, bright, and full of summer flavor. Caprese Salad is simplicity at its finest — ready in minutes, loved forever.
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