Classic Caprese Salad (with Video)

Name: Classic Caprese Salad (with Video)
Ingredients: Tomatoes – In-season summer tomatoes will taste best. Beefsteak tomatoes or Heirloom tomatoes are a classic choice. If you can’t find them, try halved cherry tomatoes or Campari. They should be ripe, but firm. Avoid soft and overripe tomatoes, which can get too juicy and mushy once salted. If you want to substitute tomatoes, try sliced peaches or a combination of tomatoes and peaches.; Cheese – Fresh whole milk mozzarella is traditional. I like to buy it pre-sliced to make the assembly easier. You can also use mini mozzarella balls (Bocconcini), or even Burrata like in my Tomato Burrata Salad. If you want a dairy-free version, substitute cheese for slices of avocado.; Basil – Genovese basil is the top choice with large, tender leaves. If fresh basil leaves aren’t an option, try baby arugula or mint.; Balsamic Glaze – Balsamic isn’t always used in this salad, but it adds tons of flavor. I love my homemade Balsamic Glaze, which is just a balsamic reduction (thicker than balsamic vinegar), but you can use store-bought. If you want to substitute, try spooning on fresh Basil Pesto.; Extra virgin olive oil – this is the easiest way to add a layer of flavor. Use the highest quality oil you can get your hands on. It really makes a difference!; Salt and Pepper – use a flaky sea salt such as Maldon (my favorite!), which adds a bit of crunch, or a kosher salt, plus freshly cracked black pepper. Salt really amplifies the flavor of tomatoes, so you’ll want to be generous with the seasoning.

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Caprese Salad is a vibrant and easy Italian salad, and one of my favorite summer salads! This authentic Caprese recipe has layers of juicy tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil that are stunning on a platter and so tasty with the simple dressing. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Helpful Reader […]

Ingredients

Instructions

Start by layering slices of tomatoes on a serving platter. Tuck slices of cheese between each tomato so both are visible then tuck whole basil leaves between the cheese and tomatoes. Arrange the slices so you can see every layer.
Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper, drizzle all over with extra virgin olive oil, and drizzle with 2 Tbsp balsamic glaze or add it to taste. Once the salad is dressed, you’ll want to enjoy it right away.