Ingredients
– 4 large ripe tomatoes
– 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup fresh basil leaves
– ¼ cup balsamic glaze
– 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
– Salt, to taste
– Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Making Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze is simple and rewarding. Follow these steps for a delightful dish:
1. Wash and Prepare Tomatoes: Rinse the tomatoes under cold water. Slice them into thick rounds.
2. Slice the Mozzarella: Cut the fresh mozzarella cheese into thick slices, similar in size to the tomato slices.
3. Layer the Ingredients: On a large serving platter, alternate layering the tomato slices and mozzarella slices in a circular pattern.
4. Add Basil: Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers of tomato and mozzarella for added flavor and color.
5. Drizzle Olive Oil: Lightly drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the arranged salad for richness.
6. Season: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
7. Add Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle the balsamic glaze generously over the entire salad to finish.
8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy the salad fresh for the best taste and texture.
These straightforward steps will help you create a beautiful and delicious Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 12g