Walnut Free Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes
Few dishes capture the spirit of summer quite like a well-made Caprese, and this version takes it up a notch with heirloom tomatoes in a gorgeous mix of colors and sizes. The combination of juicy, ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves is one of those flavor pairings that just never gets old. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, while flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper bring out the best in every ingredient. An optional swirl of balsamic glaze adds a subtle sweet tang that makes the whole platter feel a little more special. The ingredients here are clean and straightforward — no hidden nut-based oils, pestos, or garnishes to second-guess, just honest produce and fresh dairy. Assembly takes only minutes: shingle the tomatoes and mozzarella, tuck in the basil, season, and serve. It's the kind of dish that looks stunning on a table and disappears just as fast.
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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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