Description
A festive twist on the classic Caprese salad, perfect for Christmas gatherings. Layers of fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil create a colorful dish that’s both simple and elegant.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Arrange mozzarella slices and cherry tomato halves on a serving platter in alternating layers.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use high-quality mozzarella for the best flavor.
- For extra color, use a mix of red and yellow cherry tomatoes.
- Make ahead by assembling without the dressing and chill until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Christmas Caprese, holiday appetizer, easy salad