A refreshing and classic Italian salad featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil leaves, and a sweet balsamic glaze.
Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze
A refreshing and classic Italian salad featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil leaves, and a sweet balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Tomatoes sliced, ripe
- 8 oz mozzarella sliced, fresh
- 1 cup Basil leaves whole or torn, fresh
- 2 tbsp balsamic reduction or glaze
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a plate, alternating between them.
- Tuck basil leaves in between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
- Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salad.
- Drizzle the balsamic reduction or glaze over the top.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 22gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 373mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 21IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 5mg
