Caprese Salad
This caprese salad recipe is a classic recipe with an optional twist of toasted pine nuts! This salad is a perfect side dish for dinner or a delicious lunch for any day of the week.
Prep 15 minutes minutes
Cook 4 minutes minutes
Total 19 minutes minutes
Fat 28
Carbs 9
Protein 23
Yield 4
- 4 large roma tomatoes sliced
- 16 oz. Mozzarella cheese log sliced into rounds
- 18-20 medium/large fresh basil leaves
- 2.5 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 teaspoons olive oil
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- Optional: 2-4 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
Begin by plating the caprese salad. Layer the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves on a plate or platter alternating between the three ingredients.
Once all of the ingredients are layered, drizzle the balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the ingredients.
Season the caprese salad with salt and pepper.
Finally, sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the whole salad.
Serve alone or with a warm baguette and enjoy!
Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 28g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g