Simple Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Name: Simple Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz fresh mozzarella (bocconcini or sliced); 2 large ripe tomatoes (e.g., Roma or beefsteak), sliced; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves; 2 tbsp balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade); 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

EasyItalianPrep: 10 minutesCook: 0 minutesServes 2

Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil leaves drizzled with a sweet balsamic glaze, perfect for a light and refreshing lunch.

Simple Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Ingredients

•8 oz fresh mozzarella (bocconcini or sliced)
•2 large ripe tomatoes (e.g., Roma or beefsteak), sliced
•1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
•2 tbsp balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)
•1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
•Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Dietary Info

VegetarianGluten-Free

Instructions

1
Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds if using a large ball, or simply drain if using bocconcini.
2
Slice the tomatoes into similar 1/4-inch thick rounds.
3
Arrange the mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and fresh basil leaves alternately on a serving platter or individual plates.
4
Drizzle the assembled salad evenly with extra virgin olive oil.
5
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
6
Finish by drizzling the balsamic glaze generously over the entire salad just before serving.

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