Caprese Salad

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Caprese salad is simplicity at its best. Just a few good ingredients, arranged with care, letting flavor speak for itself. It’s the kind of dish that doesn’t need much explanation fresh, balanced, and meant to be enjoyed slowly.

This is Let’s Veg cooking in its purest form.

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Caprese Salad

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caprese salad made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. A simple, refreshing Let’s Veg recipe perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 232

Ingredients
  

Equipment

Salad Bowl Set
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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Arrange tomato slices and mozzarella slices alternately on a serving platter.
  2. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Finish with a light drizzle of balsamic glaze if using.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 13gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 356mgPotassium: 48mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 462IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 289mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Use room-temperature tomatoes for best flavor
Try heirloom tomatoes for extra color
Skip balsamic for a traditional presentation

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