Caprese salad with cherry tomatoes

Delight in the fresh flavors of tangy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil in this classic Caprese salad recipe. Perfect for a light and refreshing meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 clove garlic
• 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 (230g) container fresh mozzarella cheese pearls

Instructions:

1. In a small food processor or blender, blend together basil, oil, vinegar, salt, crushed red pepper, and garlic until well mixed, which should take around 1 minute.
2. Mix together tomatoes and mozzarella in a big bowl. Stir in the prepared dressing and allow it to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Add extra basil leaves on top before serving, if preferred.

Summary:

• Calories: 1332 kcal
• Fat: 111 g
• Protein: 55 g
• Carbs: 33 g
• Potassium: 1543 mg
• Magnesium: 126 mg