5 from 30 votes
Caprese Salad Recipe
Caprese Salad combines ripe tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and fresh basil, dressed simply with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. The combination highlights the freshness of the ingredients with a balance of creamy cheese, juicy tomatoes, and herbaceous brightness. Serving immediately keeps the salad crisp and flavorful.
Prep Time
10 mins
Servings:
6
Calories:
312 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
Italian
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.
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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
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%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312
% 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.