Appetizer: Italy – Insalata Caprese (Caprese Salad)
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Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep
8 min
Cook
0 min
Total
8 min
Ingredients
4 heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1 lb (450 g) fresh mozzarella, sliced 1 cup (30 g) fresh basil leaves 2 tbsp (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp (15 ml) balsamic vinegar Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella on a large, shallow platter. 2. Sprinkle basil leaves on top, then drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Estimated Nutritional Information*
Per serving | Servings: 4
Calories: 423 kcal
Carbohydrates: 8.4 g
Protein: 26.3 g
Fat: 32 g
Saturated fat: 16.6 g
Sugar: 3.9 g
Sodium: 554 mg
Potassium: 404 mg
Calcium: 595 mg
Iron: 1.13 mg
Vitamin A: 273 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 18.2 mg
Generated: 2026-11-05T19:35:58+00:00
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded. Calories, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Saturated fat, Sugar, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C are known subtotals. Missing contributions are unknown, not zero.