Vegan Caprese Salad

This Vegan Caprese Salad offers a fresh twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy vegan mozzarella, and aromatic basil. Drizzled with a balsamic glaze, it's a delightful and healthy choice for lunch.

Ingredients

• Ripe tomatoes - 2 large
• Vegan mozzarella cheese - 150 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - 1 cup
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic glaze - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Wash the ripe tomatoes and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
2. Cut the vegan mozzarella cheese into slices of the same thickness as the tomatoes.
3. On a serving plate, alternate layers of tomato slices, vegan mozzarella, and basil leaves in a circular pattern.
4. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze evenly over the salad.
5. Sprinkle salt and black pepper on top to taste.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Vegan Caprese Salad.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh tomatoes and basil, which can help reduce inflammation.
• High in healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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