Chicken Free Gluten Free Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture the spirit of summer quite like a classic Caprese — ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil layered together on a platter. The beauty here is in the quality of the ingredients: thick-cut tomatoes and fresh mozzarella do all the heavy lifting, while a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together. A finishing touch of flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper brings out every bit of flavor without fuss. If you want a little extra depth, the optional balsamic glaze adds a sweet, tangy note that makes the whole plate feel restaurant-worthy. This is the kind of dish that comes together in minutes with zero cooking required — just slice, layer, and serve. It's naturally free from poultry and relies entirely on wholesome, straightforward ingredients, so there's no label-reading stress involved. Whether you're putting it out as a starter or letting it shine as a light meal, this salad is guaranteed to disappear fast.
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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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