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Mini Caprese Stacks

Layered fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil with aged balsamic

⏱️ Prep: 15min0⏰ Total: 15min👥 Serves: 12🌡️ room-temp
✓ vegetarian✓ gluten-free
⚠️ Contains: 🥛 Dairy

Ingredients

  • 8 ozfresh mozzarella(sliced 1/4 inch thick)
  • 3ripe tomatoes(medium, sliced thin)
  • bunchfresh basil(small leaves)
  • 3 tbspbalsamic glaze
  • 2 tbspextra virgin olive oil
  • flaky sea salt
  • freshly cracked black pepper

📝 Make Ahead

Slice components ahead. Assemble within 30 minutes of serving.

Instructions

  1. Cut mozzarella into rounds slightly smaller than tomato slices
  2. Arrange tomato slice on serving plate or individual plates
  3. Top with mozzarella slice
  4. Add fresh basil leaf
  5. Repeat for layered effect if desired
  6. Drizzle with olive oil
  7. Drizzle with balsamic glaze
  8. Season with flaky salt and pepper
  9. Serve at room temperature

💡 Pro Tips

Tomatoes must be ripe and room temperature. Fresh mozzarella packed in water is essential. Quality olive oil and aged balsamic make the difference.

📜 History

Insalata caprese showcases Italian philosophy of simple, perfect ingredients. The red, white, and green represent the Italian flag, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious.

🍸 Pairs Well With

Also pairs well with:

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