Sesame Free Gluten Free Caprese Antipasto Cups
Fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and torn basil come together in a way that feels effortlessly Italian — bright, creamy, and just a little indulgent. The butter lettuce leaves act as natural, edible cups that make this a stunning no-fuss appetizer for a dinner party or a light lunch at home. A drizzle of balsamic glaze and good extra-virgin olive oil is all the dressing you need to tie everything together with that classic caprese flavor. Optional prosciutto and Kalamata olives add a savory, salty punch if you want to take things up a notch. For anyone navigating sesame concerns, this recipe is naturally worry-free — every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, with no hidden sauces or dressings that might sneak in unwanted allergens. It comes together in minutes with almost no cooking involved, which makes it as practical as it is impressive. Serve it right away for the freshest bite, or pop the filled cups in the fridge for up to 30 minutes if you're prepping ahead.
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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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