Description
Caprese Salad is a fresh, vibrant, and incredibly easy Italian-inspired dish featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy plant-based mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a tangy drizzle of apple cider vinegar (natural) and extra virgin olive oil (natural). Perfect for a colorful appetizer or light meal that bursts with flavor and simplicity.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Ripe tomatoes, sliced – 3 medium
- Plant-Based Mozzarella, sliced – 8 oz
- Fresh basil leaves – 1/2 cup
- Apple cider vinegar (natural) – 2 tbsp
- Extra virgin olive oil (natural) – 3 tbsp
- Sea salt – to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomatoes: Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and slice them into even, thin rounds or bite-sized pieces if using cherry tomatoes, ensuring balanced tomato flavor in every bite.
- Slice the Plant-Based Mozzarella: Cut the plant-based mozzarella into slices roughly the same thickness as the tomato slices for seamless layering of flavors.
- Arrange on a Plate: Alternate layers of tomato slices, plant-based mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves on a serving platter or individual plates for a visually appealing presentation.
- Drizzle with Dressings: Generously drizzle extra virgin olive oil (natural) and apple cider vinegar (natural) evenly over the salad to bring brightness and a silky mouthfeel.
- Season and Serve: Finish with a sprinkle of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, then serve immediately for optimal freshness or keep chilled briefly before serving.
Notes
- Use the freshest ingredients such as ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil for enhanced flavor.
- Slice tomatoes and mozzarella evenly to ensure balanced bites and a beautiful presentation.
- Serve the salad chilled but not too cold to preserve natural flavors.
- Drizzle dressings just before serving to keep the basil leaves fresh and prevent sogginess.
- Choose high-quality extra virgin olive oil (natural) for superior flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Caprese Salad, Plant-Based Mozzarella, Italian Salad, Fresh Basil, Tomato Salad, Vegan Appetizer, Gluten Free
