The Best Caprese Salad

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This Italian caprese salad is quintessential summer fare. Serve with a chilled white wine and enjoy in the sunshine or on a balmy summer evening!

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced, or to taste

  • 1 (16 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Arrange tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves on a serving plate, alternating between them. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

405 Calories
29g Fat
9g Carbs
29g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 405
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29g 37%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 73mg 24%
Sodium 748mg 33%
Total Carbohydrate 9g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 29g 58%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 911mg 70%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 434mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.