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Simple Caprese Salad

Juicy tomato slices layered with fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, and a touch of balsamic—classic 5‑ingredient Italian starter.

Prep
6 min
Total Time
6 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
easy
  • salad
  • summer
  • vegetarian
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Ingredients

Servings:
2
  • 2mediumripe tomato, sliced
  • 4ozfresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 8leaffresh basil
  • 1tbspextra virgin olive oil
  • 1tspbalsamic vinegar(optional)
  • pinchsalt
  • pinchblack pepper

Nutrition

Calories

300

150 per serving

Protein

15g

30% DV

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Alternate tomato and mozzarella slices on plate.

  2. 2

    Tuck basil leaves between slices.

  3. 3

    Drizzle oil (and balsamic if using); season lightly and serve.