Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes
A fresh and vibrant Caprese Salad featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, dressed with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls.
- Add the fresh basil leaves to the bowl.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Gently toss the ingredients to combine, ensuring even coating.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
Notes
For a twist, add a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts or a few slices of ripe avocado to enhance texture and flavor.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/caprese-salad-with-cherry-tomatoes/