Classic, easy, and low-key impressive. This Caprese salad keeps it simple with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and balsamic glaze. Perfect for parties, dinners, or anytime you want to bring something fresh and delicious. For Holiday Alternatives, see below. ⬇️

Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Servings: 6

Ingredients

3 ripe tomatoes
13 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese-sliced
fresh basil leaves
1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp balsamic glaze
salt and pepper

Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

Step 1: Slice tomatoes.

Step 2: Arrange tomatoes, sliced mozzarella cheese and basil leaves on a platter or board.

layered tomato, mozzarella cheese, basil on parchment paper

Step 3: Drizzle the olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle the balsamic glaze just before serving or omit.

Caprese salad with olive oil and balsamic glaze on a cutting board

🍋 Simply Made Suggestions

Variations and additional ingredients can be used for the salad.

Pesto
sliced pears or peaches
mint leaves
avocado slices
balsamic vinegar or reduction instead of glaze can be used

Holiday Alternatives

Arrange our Caprese Salad ingredients into the shape of a Candy Cane or a Christmas Tree for the perfect holiday appetizer.❤️

Caprese Salad ingredients in the shape of a Candy cane shape on a brown cutting board on the dining room table.

Caprese Salad ingredients in the shape of a Christmas Tree on a brown cutting board on the dining room table.

🍅 Before You Go…

Fresh appetizers pair beautifully with warm dips and finger foods. Browse our Easy Party Food Recipes for more ideas to complete your menu. Or explore our full Christmas Appetizer Collection.

Caprese Salad

A simple appetizer or side dish that is perfect to serve anytime of the year. This classic Italian dish that mirrors the colors of the Italian flag is made with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, olive oil and balsamic glaze, is sure to impress!

Tara

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings

Equipment

sharp knife
platter or board

Ingredients

3 ripe tomatoes sliced
13 oz fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
fresh basil leaves
1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling
1 Tbsp balsamic glaze for drizzling (optional)
salt and ground pepper to taste

Instructions

Slice tomatoes. Then arrange or layer the tomatoes, pre-sliced mozzarella cheese and basil leaves on a platter or board. Drizzle the olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle the balsamic glaze just before serving or omit.