Caprese Salad

This traditional caprese salad is a blend of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil and seasonings, all drizzled with balsamic glaze. A classic summer salad that is a must-have at any picnic or gathering!

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 11

Servings servings

Calories 232kcal

Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

5 cups tomatoes cut into bite sized pieces
1 1/4 cups small mozzarella balls such as ciliegine
1/2 cup small basil leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze

Instructions

Place the tomatoes, mozzarella balls and basil leaves in a large bowl.
In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, salt and pepper.
Pour the olive oil over the tomato mixture and toss gently to coat.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad, then serve immediately.

Notes

You can use vine ripened tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, Campari tomatoes or Roma tomatoes for this recipe. Choose whatever is in season and fresh.
I like to use whole small basil leaves, but you can chop your basil if you prefer.
I use small mozzarella balls known as ciliegine, they come packed in tubs of water in the deli section. You can also dice a ball of fresh mozzarella into cubes.
Balsamic glaze is a thickened balsamic vinegar with a richer, more complex taste. You can find this glaze at most grocery stores near the vinegars or salad dressings.

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