Description
A delightful Caprese Salad recipe that combines fresh cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil, tossed in a flavorful dressing of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and herbs. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
For the Dressing:
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
For Serving:
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil in a large bowl.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and herbs in a small bowl.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture and toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Adjust Seasoning: Season with more basil, salt, and pepper as needed. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- This salad is best enjoyed immediately but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- To make it a meal, serve over a bed of arugula or power greens with grilled chicken or steak.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
