Salad: Italy – Insalata Tricolore (Tricolor Salad)

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Insalata Tricolore (Tricolor Salad) recipe
Serving Size: 2
Approximate Time
Prep 8 min
Cook 0 min
Total 8 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

2 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced
2 handfuls mixed greens (such as arugula and radicchio)
8 oz (225 g) fresh mozzarella, sliced
1 / 4 cup (15 g) fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp (15 ml) balsamic vinegar
Salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Show original ingredient measurements
2 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced
2 handfuls mixed greens (such as arugula and radicchio)
8 oz / 225 g fresh mozzarella, sliced
1 / 4 cup (15 g) fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp (15 ml) balsamic vinegar
Salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Arrange the mixed greens on a serving platter, top with sliced tomatoes and mozzarella.
2. Scatter basil leaves over the top, then drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Estimated Nutritional Information*

Per serving | Servings: 2

Calories: 497 kcal
Carbohydrates: 11.3 g
Protein: 26.8 g
Fat: 38.8 g
Saturated fat: 17.6 g
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 558 mg
Potassium: 548 mg
Calcium: 602 mg
Iron: 1.36 mg
Vitamin A: 298 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 26.3 mg

Generated: 2026-11-05T19:35:58+00:00

*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded.

Recipe Metadata
Recipe ID
1623
Country
Italy
Region
Lombardy
URL
https://kitchen2mytable.com/view_recipe_data.php?id=1623

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