Mediterranean Diet Friendly Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Few dishes capture the spirit of simple, ingredient-forward eating quite like this one. Heirloom tomatoes in a mix of colors and sizes bring a natural sweetness and visual drama that a standard supermarket tomato just can't match, and pairing them with creamy fresh mozzarella is a combination that never gets old. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, which is exactly the kind of heart-healthy fat that makes this style of eating so satisfying and sustainable. Fresh basil tucked between every layer adds a bright, herbal lift, while flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper keep the seasoning clean and unfussy. If you want a little extra depth, the optional balsamic glaze adds a sweet-tangy finish that makes the whole platter feel a bit more special. The technique is as easy as it gets — just shingle, tuck, drizzle, and serve — so this is a dish that rewards you with maximum flavor for minimal effort. It works beautifully as a starter, a side, or honestly the centerpiece of a light warm-weather meal.
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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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