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Caprese Salad

Vibrant Caprese Salad: Fresh Flavors That Wow Your Senses

Enjoy the refreshing flavors of Caprese Salad, a dish that showcases the best of summer with ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium Vine-Ripened Tomatoes Choose ripe, in-season for best flavor.
  • 200 grams Fresh Mozzarella Can substitute with burrata for a richer texture.
  • 1 cup Basil Leaves Use fresh basil for best results.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt or Fleur de Sel Enhances natural flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Add to taste for warmth.
For Drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Consider infused oils for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Knife
  • serving platter
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Caprese Salad
  1. Begin by slicing the vine-ripened tomatoes and fresh mozzarella into 0.5 cm thick rounds.
  2. On a serving platter, alternate layers of tomato and mozzarella slices.
  3. Generously sprinkle fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper over the arranged layers.
  4. Tear fresh basil leaves by hand and scatter them over the top of the salad.
  5. Drizzle the salad with extra-virgin olive oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve Caprese salad at room temperature for optimal flavor. Fresh ingredients are key to success.

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