5 from 6 votes
Caprese Salad
The perfect appetizer or side! This salad is layered with juicy fresh tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, deliciously flavorful fresh basil, and it's finished with rich extra virgin olive oil, and a mildly sweet and tangy balsamic glaze.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
6
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 1/2 tsp honey (optional*)
- 3 medium tomato cut into 1/3-inch slices (about 20 oz
- 16 oz. mozzarella cheese cut into 1/3-inch slices, fresh
- 1/2 cup basil fresh leaves
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar and honey in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat then reduce heat to low and let simmer until thickened and reduced down to nearly 2 Tbsp, about 8 - 11 minutes.
- Pour into small bowl and let cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
- Layer tomato slices, fresh mozzarella slices and basil on a rimmed serving platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic reduction and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- *Honey may or may not be needed based on the brand of balsamic vinegar use (tartness/sweetness) and personal preference. You can omit if preferred or even increase the amount if preferred.
- This is also delicious with avocados slices, or a little minced garlic. Another option is to omit the balsamic glaze if preferred.