Caprese, but not basic. Grandma always added her secret: homemade basil oil that turned a few slices of tomato and mozzarella into something that felt like summer itself. Itβs bright, creamy, and so fresh it makes store-bought salad cry. Serve it cold, and serve it proud.
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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π 3 ripe tomatoes, sliced (about 450 g / 1 lb)
π§ 200 g (7 oz) fresh mozzarella, sliced
πΏ 1 handful fresh basil leaves
π« 3 tbsp olive oil
π§ Salt and black pepper to taste
π Optional: 1 tsp balsamic vinegar or lemon zest
Preparation
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Total Time
π οΈ Prep: 10 min
π Total: 10 min
Nutritional Value
π₯ 220 kcal
πͺ Protein: 10 g
π§ Fat: 18 g (6 g saturated)
π Carbohydrates: 4 g
π§ Sodium: 240 mg
π₯ 220 kcalπͺ 10 g proteinπ 4 g carbsπ§ 18 g fat
Macro Split (kcal)
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Macro grams
Advice
Use room-temperature tomatoes and cheese for the best flavor. Cold mozzarella is sleepy mozzarella.
Status
Caprese like grandma made it β fresh, creamy, and drizzled with basil magic.
π§ This is not a side dish. This is a summer statement.
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