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Caprese Salad Recipe

Caprese Salad

Rahat
Caprese Salad is a vibrant celebration of fresh, simple ingredients that come together in just 30 minutes. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of assembly, it’s a stress-free dish that’s perfect for busy days or impromptu gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 5 cups
Calories 316 kcal

Ingredients
  

Balsamic Glaze

  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar (235 ml)
  • 2 Tablespoons honey

Caprese Salad

  • 1 lb mozzarella pearls (455 g) well-drained and gently patted dry
  • 2 pints grape or cherry tomatoes (570 g) sliced in half
  • ⅓ cup basil ribbons see note
  • finely ground sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Combine balsamic vinegar and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Stirring occasionally, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and continue to cook (stirring occasionally) until the mixture is reduced in volume to ⅓ cup (⅓ of its original volume).
  • Allow to cool completely before drizzling over salad. Glaze will continue to thicken as it cools.
  • I recommend assembling this salad within 30-60 minutes of serving. To assemble: Combine mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil ribbons in a bowl and use a spatula to gently toss until combined. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper, to taste and stir again. Place in a serving dish.
  • Once ready to serve, drizzle with completely cooled balsamic glaze. If desired, you may toss the salad, but it looks much prettier if left untossed.

Nutrition

Calories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 17gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 278mgPotassium: 295mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 3300IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 390mgIron: 0.7mg
Keyword balsamic vinegar, basil, mozzarella, olive oil, tomatoes
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