Caprese Salad That Tastes Like Summer

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

This Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze Recipe is a fresh and vibrant dish, perfect for a light meal or as an appetizer. Combining ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, it’s an easy salad recipe that showcases simple yet delicious ingredients.

The addition of a tangy balsamic glaze elevates the flavors, making it a delightful option for any occasion. This salad recipe is simple to prepare and can be customized with additional toppings like avocado or olives.

Refreshing Caprese Salad Recipe

This Caprese Salad features layers of fresh mozzarella and ripe tomatoes, topped with fresh basil leaves and drizzled with balsamic glaze for added richness. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Layer Ingredients: On a serving platter, arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella cheese. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
Drizzle: Drizzle the balsamic glaze and olive oil over the salad.
Season: Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.