Ginger Free Gluten Free Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture summer on a plate quite like this classic Italian arrangement of ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil. Every ingredient here is naturally free from ginger, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. The key is using the best tomatoes you can find, since they carry the whole dish alongside that pillowy mozzarella. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, and the optional balsamic glaze adds a sweet, tangy finish that makes the whole platter feel a little more special. Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper at the end bring out every layer of flavor without overwhelming the freshness. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, making it an effortless appetizer or side that looks genuinely impressive on the table.
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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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