Description
A refreshing and vibrant Caprese Salad Bowl featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil, dressed with balsamic and olive oil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz ripe tomatoes (heirloom or cherry), sliced or halved
- 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves
- 8.8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or sliced)
- 4 slices rustic bread (ciabatta or sourdough)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toast the bread: Toast the bread slices until golden and crispy. Cut into bite-sized cubes or tear into rustic chunks.
- Arrange tomatoes and mozzarella: Arrange the tomatoes and mozzarella in a large bowl or on a platter, alternating slices for visual appeal.
- Layer fresh basil: Tuck fresh basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella pieces.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar evenly over the salad.
- Season to taste: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Add crispy bread: Scatter the crispy bread pieces on top just before serving to maintain their crunch.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use a variety of tomatoes for added flavor and color.
- For a vegan version, substitute mozzarella with a plant-based cheese.
- Let the salad sit for a few minutes after dressing for better flavor integration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg