Caprese Salad Bowl Mozzarella
A fresh and vibrant Caprese Salad Bowl featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz ripe tomatoes (heirloom or cherry), sliced or halved
- 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves
- 8.8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or sliced)
- 4 slices rustic bread (ciabatta or sourdough)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crispy. Cut into bite-sized cubes or tear into rustic chunks.
- Arrange the tomatoes and mozzarella in a large bowl or on a platter, alternating slices for visual appeal.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella pieces.
- Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar evenly over the salad.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Scatter the crispy bread pieces on top just before serving to maintain their crunch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- For a vegan version, replace mozzarella with a plant-based alternative.
- Make sure to use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- You can also add avocado or other vegetables for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg