Appetizer: Italy – Insalata Caprese (Caprese Salad)
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Serving Size: 2
Approximate Time
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
10 min
Ingredients
2–3 ripe tomatoes, sliced 8 oz / 225 g fresh mozzarella (bocconcini or sliced ball) Fresh basil leaves 2 tbsp (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil Salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste Optional: aged balsamic vinegar or balsamic reduction to taste
Instructions
1. Arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella on a platter, tucking basil leaves between them. 2. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and, if using, a little balsamic. 3. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. 4. Serve immediately at room temperature.
Estimated Nutritional Information*
Per serving | Servings: 2
Calories: 456 kcal
Carbohydrates: 2.7 g
Protein: 24.9 g
Fat: 38.4 g
Saturated fat: 17.5 g
Cholesterol: 89 mg
Sodium: 547 mg
Potassium: 86 mg
Calcium: 568 mg
Iron: 0.57 mg
Vitamin A: 201 µg RAE
Vitamin D: 0.5 µg
Generated: 2026-11-05T19:36:59+00:00
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded.