Nutmeg Free No-Cook Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture summer as effortlessly as this classic Italian salad, where ripe tomatoes and creamy fresh mozzarella do all the heavy lifting. The combination of juicy tomato slices, pillowy cheese, and fragrant basil leaves is one of those pairings that just makes sense — bright, fresh, and deeply satisfying. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, while flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper add just the right finishing touch. If you want a little extra depth, a thin ribbon of balsamic glaze takes the whole platter somewhere special. The best part is that there is absolutely no cooking involved — just a little thoughtful arranging and you are ready to serve. For anyone avoiding warm spices like nutmeg, this recipe is a natural fit since every ingredient is clean, straightforward, and completely free of hidden seasonings. It is the kind of dish that looks impressive enough for a dinner party but comes together in minutes on any weeknight.
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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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