Chicken Free Gluten Free Caprese Antipasto Cups
These little lettuce cups are a fresh, vibrant take on a classic Italian antipasto spread, and they come together with almost no effort at all. Crisp butter lettuce leaves act as the perfect edible vessel, cradling creamy mozzarella, juicy halved cherry tomatoes, and fragrant torn basil in every single bite. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze ties everything together with that sweet-tangy finish that makes Caprese flavors so irresistible. If you want to lean into the charcuterie-style vibe, the optional prosciutto and Kalamata olives add a salty, savory depth that takes the filling to another level. Since the recipe is built entirely around fresh produce, cheese, and a simple two-ingredient dressing, there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden poultry-based broths or additives sneaking in. These are ideal for entertaining because you can have the filling tossed and ready, then spoon it into the cups right before guests arrive for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the prep time deserves.
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6 servings
For the cups
- 12 large butter lettuce leaves (from about 2 heads), washed and dried
For the filling
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- ¼ cup pitted kalamata olives, halved (optional)
- 2 oz thinly sliced prosciutto, torn into pieces (optional)
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic glaze, flaky sea salt, and black pepper until combined.
- 2
In a separate bowl, combine the mozzarella cubes, cherry tomatoes, torn basil, and Kalamata olives and prosciutto, if using. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
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