Healthy Caprese Salad

Enjoy this healthy caprese salad guilt-free!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 68kcal

Author Liz

1 large fresh mozzarella ball - generally 24 ounces packed in water
1 large fresh tomato Meaty tomato such as beefsteak, or san marzano, or others that are same size as mozzarella ball
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
12 fresh basil leaves

Slice the mozzarella into 8 equal slices.
1 large fresh mozzarella ball - generally 24 ounces
On a platter, arrange the cheese and tomatoes alternating each slice.
1 large fresh tomato
Place the basil leaves in between each slice or simply on top or on the side.
12 fresh basil leaves
Drizzle olive oil on top of the slices.
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Add a dash of salt and pepper (optional).
Serve at room temperature.

Nutritional data are estimates based off of api calculations.

I estimate two slices of mozzarella and two slices of tomatoes per person. Adjust quantities as you see fit for whom you are making this recipe for.
Finding the right tomatoes is essential. If the tomatoes do not have flavor, either will your salad. I prefer San Marzano tomatoes, but beefsteak varieties may work as well.
This salad is best served at room temperature on a platter, so if you made it in advance, remove from fridge 30 minutes prior to serving.
If making in advance, don't add olive oil until ready to serve.
For the basil, only use fresh leaves. You can either use whole leaves or chop them and add them on top and throughout. Although the whole leaves are a better presentation, the chopped leaves are easier to eat for some people.
To make this caprese salad healthy, or healthier, avoid adding any salt, and use organic ingredients whenever possible.