35min 4 ppl
Insalata Caprese
10 minutes
4 people
Easy≤30 min & ≤6 steps
10 min · 6 steps
Easy: ≤30 min and ≤6 steps
245 kcalper person
Protein 12g
Carbs 4g
Fats 20g
About this dish
This classic Italian salad celebrates the vibrant flavors of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil with a drizzle of quality olive oil and balsamic reduction. Assembled in minutes, it's a perfect light starter or side dish that showcases seasonal produce at its best.
Allergy Info
Dairy
Diet Info
Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fresh Produce
- ripe tomatoessliced into 1cm thick rounds500 g
- fresh basil leavesroughly torn20 g
- garlicminced1 clove
Dairy & Eggs
- fresh buffalo mozzarellasliced into 1cm thick rounds250 g
Spices & Seasonings
- sea salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Oils & Condiments
- extra virgin olive oil60 ml
- balsamic vinegar30 ml
Utensils
- sharp knife
- cutting board
- serving plate
- small bowl
- whisk
Method
1
Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella into even 1cm rounds, then gently tear the basil leaves by hand.
Approx. 5 minutes
2
Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices alternately on a serving plate, slightly overlapping them in a circle.
Approx. 2 minutes
3
Scatter the torn basil leaves evenly over the tomato and mozzarella arrangement.
Approx. 1 minutes
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar and minced garlic until well combined.
Approx. 1 minutes
5
Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic mixture evenly over the salad.
Approx. 1 minutes
6
Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then serve immediately.
Approx. 1 minutes
