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Caprese salad recipe topped with fresh basil and made with sliced heirloom tomatoes and sliced mozzarella.
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Caprese Salad Recipe

This easy caprese salad recipe is made with sliced heirloom tomatoes, sliced mozzarella, fresh basil leaves, and a delicious balsamic glaze.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4
Author: JENNIFER GAMBLE

Equipment

  • 1 mandolin use gloves that are provided for safety

Ingredients

  • 2 medium tomatoes heirloom
  • 16 ounces mozzarella cheese
  • 2 Tablespoons balsamic glaze

Instructions

  • Carefully slice the 2 medium tomatoes and the 16 ounces mozzarella cheese into quarter-inch slices.
    tomatoes and cheese sliced small for layering.
  • Alternate and arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving plate. Top with fresh basil leaves.
    cheese and tomato and basil layered on a plate.
  • When ready to serve, top with 2 Tablespoons balsamic glaze.
    caprese salad topped with balsamic glaze.

Notes

Use a mandolin to create even slices. If you don't have a mandolin, carefully use a sharp knife. 
***Wear the gloves that are supplied and any additional slicing tools to help slice with the mandolin to keep from injury.
To create more flavor, consider adding olive oil, salt, pepper, and freshly toasted pine nuts to the salad. You can also add proteins such as chicken breast and salmon. 

Nutrition

Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 714mg | Potassium: 232mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1279IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 579mg | Iron: 1mg