Caprese Salad
Caprese salad is a healthy summer salad, with fresh garden tomatoes, fresh basil, and fresh mozzarella cheese topped with a light and tangy Italian vinaigrette.
Servings 10
Calories 186kcal
Ingredients
For the salad
- 16 oz Bocconcini mozzarella (bite-size mozzarella balls), drained of liquid
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil leaves
- 4 tbsp good-quality balsamic vinegar
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove minced
- sea salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls in a serving bowl
- Whisk all dressing ingredients together and pour over tomato mixture
- Toss to coat and serve
Nutrition
Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 44mg | Potassium: 216mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 484IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 1mg