Carrageenan Free Gluten Free Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture summer on a plate quite like this classic Italian salad, layered with juicy ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves. What makes this version especially reassuring is the short, honest ingredient list — no processed dairy products, no thickeners, no hidden additives that commonly sneak carrageenan into packaged cheeses and dressings. Fresh mozzarella is the key here, and when you source a good-quality block or ball, you get that soft, milky texture without any of the stabilizers found in shredded or pre-sliced commercial varieties. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, and the optional balsamic glaze adds a sweet, tangy finish that feels almost indulgent for something so simple. The whole thing comes together in minutes with zero cooking required — just slice, layer, and season. It's the kind of dish that looks stunning on a dinner table but asks almost nothing of you in the kitchen.
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4 servings
- 3 large ripe tomatoes (about 1 ½ lb), sliced ¼ inch thick
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced ¼ inch thick
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter, alternating and slightly overlapping them in a single layer.
- 2
Tuck the basil leaves between and over the tomato and mozzarella slices.
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