Gelatin Free Gluten Free Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture the spirit of summer quite like this classic Italian salad, built entirely from fresh, whole ingredients that need almost no prep to shine. Ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil are layered together in that iconic overlapping pattern, then finished with a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a crack of black pepper. A touch of balsamic glaze adds a sweet, tangy depth that ties everything together beautifully. Because every component here is naturally free from animal-derived setting agents, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. This is the kind of recipe that looks far more impressive than the effort it requires, making it perfect for a dinner party starter or a lazy weeknight side. The key is using the best tomatoes and mozzarella you can find, since the simplicity of the dish means quality really does make all the difference.
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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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