MSG Free Gluten Free Caprese Salad
Few dishes celebrate peak-season produce quite like this classic Italian salad, and the beauty here is that every ingredient is exactly what it says it is — no hidden additives, no flavor enhancers, no ingredient list that requires a chemistry degree. Ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil do all the heavy lifting, and a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together with a richness that feels almost indulgent. For anyone navigating MSG sensitivities, this kind of recipe is a genuine relief — whole, recognizable ingredients from start to finish with zero processed shortcuts. The optional balsamic glaze adds a sweet-tangy depth that makes the whole platter feel a little more special without introducing anything questionable. Flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper finish it off, proving that seasoning done right never needs a flavor-enhancing assist. It comes together in minutes and looks stunning on a table, which makes it equally at home as a weeknight starter or the centerpiece of a summer dinner party spread.
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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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