Gelatin Free Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes

Few dishes are as effortlessly stunning as a well-composed Caprese, and this version with heirloom tomatoes takes it to another level entirely. The mix of colors and sizes makes every slice a little different, so the platter looks like something out of a restaurant kitchen without any real effort on your part. Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves are layered together and finished with a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, flaky sea salt, and cracked black pepper — simple ingredients doing serious work. A touch of balsamic glaze adds a sweet, tangy finish if you want to round out the flavors even further. For anyone avoiding animal-derived thickeners and gelling agents, this salad is a natural fit — every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, with nothing hidden in the dressing or cheese that would raise a red flag. It comes together in just a few minutes of arranging, making it an ideal starter, side, or light lunch when you want something that looks impressive but demands almost nothing from you. Serve it immediately so the tomatoes stay vibrant and the mozzarella stays creamy and fresh.

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