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Tomato Caprese Salad

Savory Tomato Caprese Salad That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Tomato Caprese Salad is a vibrant mix of roasted Roma tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil, offering delightful flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Roma Tomatoes Substitute with heirloom or cherry tomatoes if desired.
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Burrata can be used for extra creaminess.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Essential for the classic Caprese profile.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Roasting
  • 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can use light olive oil or avocado oil.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves are best.
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Fresh oregano is a good alternative.
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil Fresh basil can be substituted.
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
For Drizzling
  • to taste Balsamic Glaze Optional decorative drizzle.
  • to taste Extra Virgin Olive Oil Same as above.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Halve your Roma tomatoes lengthwise and place them in a bowl.
  3. Mince the garlic cloves and add to the bowl with tomatoes.
  4. Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes with the tomatoes.
  5. Toss the tomatoes gently with the seasoning mixture until coated.
  6. Spread the tomatoes cut-side up on a lined baking sheet and roast for 45 to 60 minutes.
  7. Let the tomatoes cool for about 10 minutes after roasting.
  8. Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  9. Assemble the salad by arranging roasted tomatoes, mozzarella slices, and fresh basil on a platter.
  10. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the salad, season, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve salad immediately after preparation. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

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