Pork Free No-Cook Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture the spirit of summer quite like this classic Italian salad, where ripe tomatoes and creamy fresh mozzarella do almost all the heavy lifting. The beauty here is that there is absolutely no cooking involved — just a little thoughtful layering and a generous drizzle of good extra-virgin olive oil. Tucking fresh basil leaves between the alternating slices adds a fragrant, peppery note that ties everything together beautifully. A scatter of flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper brings out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes in a way that feels almost effortless. If you want a little extra depth, the optional balsamic glaze adds a subtle tang and a gorgeous finishing touch. This is one of those recipes where the quality of your ingredients does all the work, so splurge on the best tomatoes and mozzarella you can find. It comes together in minutes and looks stunning on the table, making it perfect for everything from a quiet weeknight dinner to a backyard gathering.
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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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