Recipe

Caprese Salad

Fresh Italian salad of tomato, mozzarella and basil. Zero cooking required - just slice and arrange.

Caprese Salad takes about 10 minutes and makes 2 servings. Each serving has 578 kcal.

Preparation
10 minutes
Cooking
0 minutes
Total time
10 minutes
Servings
2
Caprese Salad - finished dish

Nutrition per serving

Calories
578 kcal
Protein
28.1 g
Carbohydrates
12.8 g
Fat
46.9 g

Ingredients

  • Tomatoes3 pcs
  • Fresh mozzarella250 g
  • Fresh basil15 g
  • Olive oil3 tbsp
  • Balsamic vinegar1 tbsp
  • Salt1 pinch
  • Pepper1 pinch

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash and dry the tomatoes. Cut them into slices about 5 mm thick. Discard the stem end.

  2. 2

    Slice the mozzarella into rounds of similar thickness to the tomatoes.

    Tip: Fresh mozzarella slices best when cold straight from the fridge. A sharp knife prevents tearing.

  3. 3

    On a serving plate, alternate tomato and mozzarella slices in a circle or row, overlapping slightly. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices.

  4. 4

    Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the top. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

    Tip: Use the best olive oil you have - in this simple dish, the quality of ingredients matters most.

Cooking methods

On the stove

No cooking required - this is a cold salad. Simply slice, arrange, and dress.

On induction

No cooking required - this is a cold salad. Simply slice, arrange, and dress.

Over an open fire

No heat needed - perfect for outdoor dining. Assemble on-site for a fresh, light starter.

Recipe questions

How long does this recipe take?
Plan for about 10 minutes from start to finish.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 2 servings.
Can I cook this recipe on induction?
Yes. No cooking required - this is a cold salad. Simply slice, arrange, and dress.
Can I cook this recipe over an open fire?
Yes. No heat needed - perfect for outdoor dining. Assemble on-site for a fresh, light starter.
Which dietary preferences does this recipe support?
This recipe is tagged: vegetarian, glutenFree.

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