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Caprese Salad

Q: Can I use a different type of cheese instead of mozzarella?

The classic Caprese salad is made with **mozzarella**, but you can experiment with other soft cheeses like **burrata** or brined **cheese**, which will also add interesting flavor and texture.

Q: How can I make balsamic reduction at home?

To make balsamic reduction, simply heat **balsamic vinegar** over medium-high heat in a small saucepan until it reduces by half. The resulting liquid will be **thick and sweet**, perfect for drizzling on salads.

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Cuisine: Italian

A classic Italian salad with juicy tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar, perfect for any occasion.

Vegetarian

Healthy

Difficulty

easy

Time

5 min

Cost

moderate

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Steps

Cut

Cut the tomatoes and mozzarella into slices. Then simply alternate them in layers on a plate. You can arrange them vertically or in a circular pattern.

Add basil

Add fresh basil leaves between the tomatoes and mozzarella, placing a few small leaves on top.

Dressing

Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic reduction. Sprinkle with salt and pepper before serving.

Ingredients
3 large tomatoes
220g mozzarella
a handful of fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic reduction (or balsamic vinegar)
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Helpful Questions

Can I use a different type of cheese instead of mozzarella?

The classic Caprese salad is made with mozzarella, but you can experiment with other soft cheeses like burrata or brined cheese, which will also add interesting flavor and texture.

How can I make balsamic reduction at home?

To make balsamic reduction, simply heat balsamic vinegar over medium-high heat in a small saucepan until it reduces by half. The resulting liquid will be thick and sweet, perfect for drizzling on salads.

What are the alternatives for tomatoes out of season?

If fresh tomatoes are out of season, you can use cherry tomatoes or even roasted canned tomatoes for a richer flavor.

Author's Tips

Caprese Salad (also known as "insalata caprese") is a classic Italian dish from the island of Capri. It combines juicy, ripe tomatoes with creamy mozzarella and fresh basil leaves, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

The salad is best served fresh. However, you can prepare it up to 24 hours in advance without the olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and store it in the refrigerator.

Any leftover salad can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, although the tomatoes will soften over time.

Caprese Salad is a perfect example of how a few simple ingredients can create something incredibly delicious. The fresh tomatoes, soft mozzarella, and fragrant basil, drizzled with olive oil, make this salad ideal for any time of the year. Easy to prepare, it is a great choice for a light meal or appetizer that will delight anyone.

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Nutrition Facts

4 Servings

One serving 120g

Amounts per serving

Calories

200

Fat 15g

Carbs 6g

Fiber 2g

Sugars 4g

Protein 9g

Елена Талин