Caprese Salad

Caprese Salad is a classic Italian dish that beautifully combines fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. This refreshing salad is perfect for a light lunch and showcases the simplicity of high-quality ingredients.

Ingredients

• Fresh mozzarella cheese - 200 grams
• Ripe tomatoes - 2 medium (about 300 grams total)
• Fresh basil leaves - 15 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into 1 cm thick rounds.
2. Wash the tomatoes and slice them into similar 1 cm thick rounds.
3. On a serving platter, alternate layers of mozzarella and tomato slices, slightly overlapping each slice.
4. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
5. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar evenly over the salad.
6. Season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and basil, which support heart health.
• High in calcium from mozzarella, promoting strong bones.

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