Caprese salad
Delight your taste buds with this traditional Caprese salad. Fresh tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella cheese drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette. Buon appetito!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups balsamic vinegar
- 3 ripe tomatoes
- 340g fresh mozzarella, thickly sliced
- Large bunch fresh basil leaves
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Large pinch kosher salt
- Large pinch freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
- Pour the balsamic vinegar into a saucepan and heat it gently until it starts boiling. Let it simmer on low heat until it thickens into a glaze consistency, which should take around 15 minutes. Keep in mind that the strong smell of vinegar while cooking is normal and a sign of progress. Allow the reduction to cool down to room temperature before using it.
- When you're ready to prepare the salad, slice the tomatoes thickly. Place them on a serving dish, alternating with slices of mozzarella. Insert whole basil leaves between the tomato and cheese slices for added flavor and presentation.
- Drizzle the beautifully thick balsamic reduction over the salad, followed by a light pour of olive oil. Finish by sprinkling salt and pepper to taste over the top.
- This dish is a must-try. Don't hesitate to make it today and share it with your loved ones.
Summary:
- Calories: 1701 kcal
- Fat: 94 g
- Protein: 83 g
- Carbs: 111 g
- Potassium: 1891 mg
- Magnesium: 210 mg