Artificial Flavors Free No-Cook Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture the spirit of summer quite like this classic Italian salad, where ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil do all the heavy lifting. Every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is — no flavor packets, no additives, no mystery — just honest produce and good olive oil working together beautifully. That simplicity is actually what makes it so satisfying for anyone trying to avoid artificial flavors, since there's nowhere for synthetic ingredients to hide in a recipe this straightforward. The flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper bring out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes without masking anything, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze (if you choose to use it) adds a subtle tang that feels completely earned. Arranging the slices in overlapping layers takes about two minutes and somehow looks incredibly impressive on a platter. Serve it immediately and let the real flavors speak for themselves — no cooking required, no shortcuts needed.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb ripe tomatoes (about 3 large), sliced ¼-inch thick
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced ¼-inch thick
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1–2 tsp balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter, alternating and slightly overlapping them.
- 2
Tuck the basil leaves between and over the slices.
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