Classic Italian Caprese Salad

Classic Italian Caprese Salad

you can’t beat tomatoes and mozzarella

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 7m
Cook Time: 0m
Total Time: 7m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (8 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

79
Calories
7g
Fat
4g
Carbohydrates
1g
Protein
1mg
Cholesterol
200mg
Sodium
Classic Italian Caprese Salad

Recipe Description

Classic Italian Caprese Salad doesn’t need a presentation! Made with just a few simple ingredients you might already have in your fridge, this salad comes together beautifully and will take your meal to the next level. Personally, I consider this easy salad recipe fancy enough to serve at a dinner party.

Who said salads are all about the greens? Not this extremely flavorful Italian classic, which features layers of ripe and juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella slices, basil, a pinch of salt, and high-quality extra-virgin olive oil. A pro tip: this dish calls for good ingredients. Who could resist this? Definitely not me!

To make the Classic Italian Caprese Salad, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Classic Italian Caprese Salad

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Slice mozzarella

    2 min
    Step 1 - Classic Italian Caprese Salad

    Slice 2 mozzarella balls and drain in a sieve.

  2. 2

    Slice and season tomatoes

    2 min
    Step 2 - Classic Italian Caprese Salad

    Slice the tomatoes in half. If using large tomatoes, slice them into ⅓-inch-thick slices. Transfer the tomatoes to a bowl and toss with 2-3 pinches of salt, ¼ -½ a teaspoon dried oregano, and 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.

  3. 3

    Assemble salad

    3 min
    Step 3 - Classic Italian Caprese Salad

    Arrange the mozzarella slices on a platter and spoon the tomato mixture over. Top with fresh basil leaves.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Step 4 - Classic Italian Caprese Salad

    Serve the salad immediately with a good drizzle of olive oil and enjoy!

This Classic Italian Caprese Salad is an easy yet flavorful summer salad. Give this simple and elegant recipe a try soon, and please come back to leave us a comment below.

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Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 (8 reviews)
Henry Collins
August 30, 2024
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Dude, this Caprese salad is off the chain! I whipped this up for a summer BBQ and my buddies were blown away. So fresh and simple, just like my wife likes it. The tomatoes and mozzarella combo was bomb. 100% going on repeat for our dinner parties. Thanks for the easy recipe!

Molly Smith
February 3, 2024
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Made this for my mate's dinner party, and it wowed everyone! So simple yet delish. The mozzarella was ace!

Rebecca
April 8, 2023
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Fresh, fantastic, flavors!

Zara
February 19, 2023
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Yummy! I made this salad for a last minute get together with friends, and it was a big hit! The tomatoes were so sweet and fresh, it felt like summer on a plate. Definitely a recipe I'll keep for future gatherings.

Renee
December 30, 2021
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Simple. I made this for a family dinner, and everyone loved it. The fresh tomatoes and mozzarella were so delicious. It reminded me of summers spent in Italy with my grandparents, enjoying meals outside. This salad will definitely be a staple at our gatherings now.

Xander
October 27, 2021
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Super simple flavors!

Paula
October 3, 2021
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Superb! Made this salad for a small gathering and it was a hit! Fresh, simple, and bursting with flavor—definitely a recipe I'll repeat.

Athina
June 1, 2021
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The authentic taste of Italy! Thanks for sharing.

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