Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes
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Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes
Description
This Caprese Salad uses sweet cherry tomatoes partly halved to release juices, combined with marinated bocconcini or ciliegine mozzarella balls. Fresh basil leaves torn over the top impart an aromatic herbal flavor. Seasonings of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper enhance the natural tastes of the ingredients.
A drizzle of balsamic glaze or reduction adds a sweet-tart accent that pairs well with the creamy cheese and fresh tomatoes. The salad is served at room temperature, which helps the flavors meld. Preparation is straightforward, requiring minimal cutting and gentle tossing to combine flavors without breaking the delicate cheese.
This salad can serve as a light appetizer or side that highlights summer produce and simple ingredients. Its colors and textures make it visually appealing and pleasant to the palate.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cherry tomato
- 12 to 16 ounces mozzarella aka bocconcini or ciliegine, marinated, balls
- 8 basil or to taste, fresh leaves
- salt to taste, Kosher salt
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt
- balsamic glaze optional, to taste, or balsamic reduction
Instructions
- Rinse tomatoes and basil. Cut about half of the cherry tomatoes in half and place in a serving bowl.
- Cut about half of the cherry tomatoes in half and place in a serving bowl. Add mozzarella balls (marinade and all, drain lightly if desired) and stir gently until well combined.
- Tear basil leaves and place them over the top. Sprinkle with Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. Drizzle with balsamic glaze (optional). Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 85 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 85kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 166mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 668IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 144mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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