Peanut Free Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Few dishes capture the spirit of summer quite like a platter of ripe tomatoes layered with creamy fresh mozzarella and fragrant basil. Heirloom tomatoes bring a stunning mix of colors and a depth of flavor that grocery-store beefsteaks simply can't match, making every slice feel a little special. The ingredients here are clean and straightforward — olive oil, fresh herbs, good cheese, and a pinch of flaky sea salt — so there's nothing hidden to worry about and no complicated prep standing between you and dinner. A drizzle of balsamic glaze at the end adds a sweet, tangy finish that ties the whole platter together beautifully. This is the kind of recipe that looks like you spent hours on it but comes together in just a few minutes of simple assembly. Serve it as a starter, a light lunch, or a showstopping side at your next gathering — it disappears fast either way.
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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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