Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze 🥗
Bright, fresh, and effortlessly elegant, this Caprese salad is a perfect light lunch or refreshing side for any meal. The sweet tang of balsamic glaze brings cherry tomatoes and mozzarella to life, with fragrant basil tying it all together.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine the base ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Add the glaze: Drizzle with balsamic glaze and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Season to taste: Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately: Perfect as a refreshing side or a light, elegant lunch.
Tip for Extra Magic
- Add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for a richer flavor
- Serve on a platter for a rustic, Instagram-worthy presentation
- Sprinkle with a few toasted pine nuts for crunch