Description
Experience the taste of summer with this vibrant Caprese salad featuring halal mozzarella. Bursting with juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy cheese, this dish is a visual delight and a flavor explosion. Perfect for gatherings or a light meal, it embodies the essence of Italian cuisine while being simple to prepare. Get ready to impress your guests and indulge in this refreshing recipe that captures the heart of summer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 8 oz fresh halal mozzarella, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Wash the tomatoes and basil leaves under cold water and dry gently.
- Slice the tomatoes and halal mozzarella into even rounds, approximately half an inch thick.
- On a large platter, alternate layers of tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the layered salad.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider topping with toasted pine nuts or ripe avocado. - You can substitute fresh basil with arugula or mint for a unique twist.