Tomato and mozzarella caprese salad

The Italian salad par excellence: juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and fresh basil, with a drizzle of olive oil. Simple, fresh and summery, it shows off good-quality ingredients.

Preparation: 10 min  |  Cooking: 0 min  |  Servings: 2  |  Difficulty: Very easy

Calculated per serving from the Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities in the list. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 333 kcal · 14 g protein · 8 g carbohydrate · 26 g fat

Ingredients

• 3 tomatoes
• 125 g mozzarella
• 1 bunch basil
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• A splash of balsamic vinegar

Method

1. Slice the tomatoes and the mozzarella.
2. Arrange them alternately on a plate.
3. Scatter over the fresh basil.
4. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.

Nutritional benefits

Tomato provides antioxidant lycopene and vitamin C for few calories, mozzarella adds protein and calcium, and olive oil supplies healthy monounsaturated fats. A light, fresh and balanced starter or lunch, typical of the Mediterranean diet.

Variations and substitutions

• With burrata for extra indulgence.
• With avocado or peaches (sweet and savoury).
• Vegan: plant-based mozzarella or avocado.
• As a complete salad with wholemeal bread.

Storage and making ahead

Make it and eat it straight away for freshness. Season at the last minute.

💡 Good to know

The quality of the tomatoes makes all the difference: choose ripe, fragrant ones and serve them at room temperature (not cold).

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The foods in this recipe: tomatoes · mozzarella · basil · olive oil · vinegar.

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