Rice Free Gluten Free Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture summer on a plate quite like this classic Italian salad — ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil layered together in a way that feels effortlessly elegant. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of rice and rice-derived fillers, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. The combination of extra-virgin olive oil and an optional balsamic glaze ties everything together with a richness that makes this feel far more indulgent than the short ingredient list suggests. Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper finish it off with just the right amount of contrast against the cool, milky mozzarella. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, making it an ideal starter, side, or light lunch when you want something beautiful without turning on the stove. Serve it immediately after assembling so the tomatoes stay vibrant and the basil stays bright — this one is all about freshness.
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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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