Sesame Free Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Few dishes capture the spirit of summer quite like a well-made caprese, and this version with heirloom tomatoes takes it to another level entirely. The mix of colors and sizes from the heirloom varieties makes the platter genuinely stunning before you even take a bite. Creamy fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil leaves, and a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil do all the heavy lifting here — no complicated technique required. A pinch of flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper bring everything into focus, and the optional balsamic glaze adds a sweet, tangy finish that makes the whole thing feel a little more special. Because this recipe is built entirely from whole, unprocessed ingredients, there's no need to scan labels for hidden sesame in sauces, dressings, or spice blends — a real relief when so many store-bought options sneak it in. It comes together in minutes and is the kind of dish that looks like you put in far more effort than you actually did.
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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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