Sesame Free Gluten Free Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture the spirit of summer quite like this classic Italian salad, and this version is as clean and vibrant as it gets. Ripe, juicy tomatoes and creamy fresh mozzarella are layered together with fragrant basil leaves, then finished with a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a touch of balsamic glaze for a little sweet depth. The whole thing comes together in minutes with zero cooking required — just beautiful ingredients doing exactly what they do best. For anyone navigating sesame concerns, this recipe is a natural fit because every single ingredient is straightforward and easy to source without hidden risks. There are no sauces, dressings, or packaged seasonings to second-guess — just olive oil, balsamic glaze, flaky sea salt, and fresh black pepper keeping things honest and delicious. That simplicity is actually what makes it so satisfying to put on the table. Whether you're serving it as a starter, a light lunch, or a side at a backyard gathering, it disappears fast and always gets compliments.
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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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