Summer inspires all of us to include more fresh fruits and veggies in our dishes. Now is the perfect time to do so because we can never get enough fruits and veggies in our diets. I have been on a tomato caprese kick lately because there is nothing better or sweeter than an heirloom tomato. My Dad grows the tomatoes that I have been enjoying so they are extra sweet and fresh–I can’t eat them fast enough so making this dish definitely helps! My favorite way to indulge in these are to simply drizzle olive oil, balsalmic, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. To make it even more exciting, I add fresh basil, and mozzarella cheese–and that’s what you call a caprese salad!
It's definitely summertime with these sweet and juicy tomatoes!
Ingredients
2 medium heirloom tomatoes; sliced thick
12 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese
Drizzle of olive oil
Drizzle of balsamic reduction
About 10 fresh basil leaves
Sprinkle of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter. I also added the mini mozzarella balls because I had them left over and they are so cute! They make a great addition to the salad. Arrange basil leaves between the slices. Drizzle olive oil over the top of the salad, be sure you are getting a little bit on each slice. Do the same with the balsamic reduction.
- End with a sprinkling of salt and black pepper. ****TIP: If you want to make your own balsamic vinegar reduction, its super easy! In a small saucepan, bring about 2 cups of balsamic vinegar to a boil over medium-low heat. Cook for 10 to 20 minutes, or until balsamic has reduced to a thicker glaze. Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl--allow to cool!
So beautiful Kat!! One of my favorites and I think this will be dinner tonight! Thank You!!
Caprese salad is definitely one of my favorite types of salads–this looks delicious! <3
So pretty! It’s been ages since I’ve had a caprese salad… you’ve inspired me to change that! 🙂