Xanthan Gum Free No-Cook Caprese Salad
Few dishes capture summer as effortlessly as this classic Italian salad, where ripe tomatoes and creamy fresh mozzarella do almost all the work for you. The combination of juicy, thick-cut tomatoes layered with soft mozzarella and fragrant basil leaves is visually stunning and genuinely delicious without a single minute of cooking. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, while flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper bring out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes. If you want a little extra depth, a touch of balsamic glaze adds a subtle tang that makes each bite even more satisfying. For anyone navigating thickener-free eating, this recipe is a natural fit — every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, with zero additives, stabilizers, or hidden fillers to worry about. It comes together in minutes and looks impressive enough to serve at a dinner party or a casual weeknight meal. Honestly, once you have good tomatoes and quality olive oil, this salad basically makes itself.
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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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