Barley Free Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Few dishes capture the essence of summer quite like a classic Caprese, and this version made with heirloom tomatoes takes it to a whole new level. The mix of colors and sizes from the heirloom varieties makes the platter look almost too beautiful to eat — almost. Creamy fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil leaves, and a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil come together in a combination that is simple, stunning, and deeply satisfying. A pinch of flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper are all you need to let those ingredients shine, though a drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a lovely sweet-tangy finish if you're feeling fancy. Every ingredient here is naturally free from grain-based additives, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just pure, clean produce and dairy at their best. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, making it an effortless choice for a starter, a light lunch, or a showstopping side at your next gathering.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb heirloom tomatoes (assorted colors and sizes), sliced ¼ inch thick
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced ¼ inch thick
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1–2 tsp balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter, alternating and overlapping them in a single shingled layer.
- 2
Tuck the basil leaves between and over the tomato and mozzarella slices, distributing them evenly across the platter.
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