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Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze also known in Italian as Insalata Caprese is the perfect compliment to any Italian meal and can be made in minutes from the comfort of your own home!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 259 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • ½ cup granulated white sugar
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 16 ounces fresh mozzarella
  • 4-5 vine ripe tomatoes
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

To Make the Balsamic Glaze
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  1. In a pot add balsamic vinegar and sugar. Bring to a boil stirring frequently until the sugar has dissolved. Then reduce the heat and simmer until the mixture has thickened (about 10 minutes).
  2. As soon as it's reduced by half transfer to a glass storage container. Let cool to room temperature then place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
To Make the Caprese Salad
  1. Cut the vine ripe tomatoes in ¼ inch pieces horizontally (discard the stem pieces). Place the mozzarella and tomatoes alternating on a plate.
  2. Wash basil, pat dry, and place in between the pieces of mozzarella and tomatoes. Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste on top, drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic reduction sauce over the salad. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Balsamic reduction - This sauce is actually very easy to make. I store the reduction in a glass jar in my refrigerator. I only have ever kept this reduction sauce for a month in my refrigerator. Heck, two weeks if I’m lucky! You’ll find yourself using this thick sweet balsamic sauce on salads, meats, and more. It’s not just for caprese!
  • Make Ahead - If you want to make the salad ahead of time you can arrange the tomato and mozzarella on a platter. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 12 hours. I do not recommend adding any of the fresh basil and/or olive oil and balsasmic until you are ready to serve. The basil will begin to wilt and turn a brown color and the presentation won't be as pretty.
  • Fresh Mozzarella - I like to purchase my fresh mozzarella from a whole sale club. I can typically buy a two pack for the same amount I will buy a smaller single pack of fresh mozzarella. If you are entertaining a crowd I highly suggest you buy it in bulk instead.
  • Basil - Instead of buying a package of basil you can use only once I always buy a plant. They are fairly easy to maintain and will yield fresh basil for months if watered daily and placed in a sunny spot.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 259kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 45mg (15%) Sodium 508mg (21%) Potassium 211mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 17g (34%) Vitamin A 975IU (20%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 299mg (30%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 259

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 259kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 508mg 21%
Potassium 211mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 17g 34%
Vitamin A 975IU 20%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 299mg 30%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.