Gluten Free Classic Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture the essence of summer quite like this layered arrangement of ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil. The alternating slices look stunning on a platter, making it one of those recipes that feels effortlessly impressive without requiring much effort at all. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a pinch of flaky sea salt are really all you need to let those ingredients shine — though a touch of balsamic glaze takes it somewhere even more special. For anyone navigating a gluten-free lifestyle, this salad is a natural fit because every single ingredient is inherently free of wheat and gluten by nature. There are no sauces, marinades, or packaged shortcuts to scrutinize here — just whole, honest ingredients you can trust. That simplicity is exactly what makes it so satisfying to put together. Whether you're serving it as a starter, a side, or a light lunch, it delivers bold Mediterranean flavor with zero compromise.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb ripe tomatoes (about 3 large), 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 cracked black pepper
- 1–2 tsp balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella to an even 1/4-inch thickness using a sharp knife.
- 2
Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter, alternating and slightly overlapping them. Tuck the basil leaves between the slices as you go.
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