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A white bowl full of sliced cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and fresh basil drizzled with balsamic glaze.
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Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad

This Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad is an easy 5 minute salad that tastes amazing and so refreshing! It pairs beautifully with so many main course dishes and can also be used as an appetizer because it's quite light. You can use cherry or grape tomatoes to make this salad.
Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Assembly Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 158kcal
Cost $6

Ingredients

  • 16 oz cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz mozzarella pearls (mozzarella balls)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • kosher salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil to a medium sized bowl. 
  • Drizzle the olive oil over top and toss to coat. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over top and toss again. 
  • Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. 
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour or so before serving. This dish is best when served the same day it is made. 

Notes

Mozzarella: If you can't find the mozzarella pearls you can buy an 8 oz ball of fresh mozzarella and chop it into bite sized pieces. 

Nutrition

Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 682IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 1mg