Caprese Salad

A fresh and vibrant Italian salad made with ripe tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Salad

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

4 medium ripe tomatoes sliced
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
1 cup fresh basil leaves whole
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
1 tsp balsamic vinegar optional
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

Method

Assembly

On a serving platter, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar if using.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.

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