Mushroom Free Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Few dishes capture the pure joy of summer produce the way a well-made Caprese does, and this version with heirloom tomatoes takes things to a whole new level. The mix of colors and sizes from the heirloom varieties makes the platter genuinely stunning before you even take a bite. Creamy fresh mozzarella layered between those jewel-toned slices creates a contrast in texture that is rich, cool, and satisfying all at once. Fresh basil tucked throughout the arrangement adds a fragrant, peppery lift that ties every element together beautifully. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a pinch of flaky sea salt are really all you need, though the optional balsamic glaze adds a sweet, tangy finish that feels almost indulgent. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from fungi, so there is zero guesswork or label-scanning required — just clean, vibrant food you can feel good about. It comes together in minutes and looks impressive enough to serve at a dinner party or a lazy weekend lunch.
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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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