Caprese Salad Recipe
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Caprese Salad Recipe
Description
The Caprese Salad Recipe showcases fresh bite-size pieces of assorted ripe tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella, tossed together and garnished with dried oregano, sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. A generous drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil leaves finish the salad, adding richness and herbal notes. The focus is on simple, fresh ingredients that complement one another.
The texture contrasts juicy, firm tomatoes with the soft, creamy mozzarella and tender basil leaves. Olive oil lends a fruity, peppery quality, while oregano adds a slight earthy depth. Tossing rather than layering brings the flavors together in every bite.
This salad is best served immediately after assembly to avoid sogginess and maintain freshness. It makes a light starter or side dish during warm weather and pairs well with grilled meats or crusty bread. The tomato to mozzarella ratio of roughly 4:1 preserves balance and freshness in flavor.
Use fully ripe tomatoes that are fragrant for best taste. Make-ahead options include prepping ingredients separately up to a day before and storing in the refrigerator, but avoid assembling far in advance. Leftovers keep up to three days refrigerated but do not freeze well.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds tomato cut into bite-size pieces, assorted
- 1- pound mozzarella cheese cut into bite-size pieces, buffalo milk
- 2 teaspoons oregano dry
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 15 basil fresh leaves
- salt sea salt and fresh cracked, to taste
- black pepper sea salt and fresh cracked, to taste
Instructions
- toss together the tomatoes and mozzarella in a serving bowl or on a serving plate or tray until mixed.
- Garnish with dry oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Finish by generously drizzling on olive oil and adding fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- Use high-quality, cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil for richer flavor; Italian imported oils are preferred when available.
- Maintain a 4:1 ratio of tomatoes to mozzarella for balanced taste and texture.
- Choose fully ripe and fragrant tomatoes to enhance freshness and flavor.
- Serve salad immediately after assembling to prevent sogginess and preserve texture.
- Prepare ingredients in advance but assemble no more than one day before serving.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to three days; salad does not freeze well.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 321mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 596mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 4183IU | 84% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 1721mg | 172% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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