Tree Nut 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 come together in the most effortless way. The alternating layers of tomato and cheese look stunning on a platter, making it one of those recipes that feels fancy without requiring any real effort. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, a scatter of flaky sea salt, and a little freshly ground black pepper are all it takes to let those ingredients shine. If you want a touch of sweetness and depth, the optional balsamic glaze takes the whole thing to another level. Since this salad is naturally built from whole, simple ingredients, it's easy to keep completely free of tree nuts without any substitutions or label-checking stress — just grab your produce, your mozzarella, and go. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking, which makes it perfect as a starter, a side, or honestly a light meal on a warm evening. Serve it immediately so the tomatoes stay vibrant and the basil stays bright and beautiful.
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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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