Easy and Best Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes
A classic and refreshing Caprese Salad featuring ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, drizzled with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 16 oz ripe cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz mini mozzarella balls
- 8 large fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 dashes black pepper
Instructions
- Wash the tomatoes: Begin by rinsing your cherry tomatoes under cold water. Pat them dry gently with a clean towel.
- Halve the tomatoes: Grab a sharp knife and slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
- Prep the mozzarella: If using larger mozzarella, slice it into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop the basil: Roll up your basil leaves and slice them into thin strips.
- Combine the ingredients: In a mixing bowl, gently toss together the halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the top, add salt and black pepper, then mix lightly.
- Taste and adjust: Give your salad a quick taste test and modify according to your preference.
Notes
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caprese Salad, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, Italian salad, no-cook recipes