Special Diet Information
Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"The taste of any simple tomato-based salad is dependent on the quality of the tomatoes." Yotam Ottolenghi
The refrigerator light goes on...
You hardly need a recipe for this classic salad, but its success depends on the very best quality ingredients. This is where you want to use your very best full-flavored extra virgin olive oil, and I like the tomato to be perfectly ripe and super cold. I will usually chill the plates and assemble the recipe at the last minute.
Caprese Salad
Servings: 2 | Serving size: 1 salad
Cooking time: 15 minutes
This recipe can easily be multiplied but does not make good leftovers.
Ingredients
- 3 ounces fresh mozzarella (cut into 6 thin slices)
- 1 large (8 ounces) chilled tomato (cut into 6 thin slices)
- 8 large leaves basil
- 2 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp. balsamic or white wine vinegar
- ground black pepper to taste
- 1/16 tsp. salt
Layer the mozzarella slices alternating with the tomato slices and a whole basil leaf in a line or circle on a salad plate.
Chiffonade the remaining basil leaves and sprinkle over the top.
Top with olive oil, vinegar, and pepper.
Serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 salads
Servings: 2
Amount Per Serving
| Calories 170 | Calories from Fat 108 |
| % Daily Value |
| Total Fat 12g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat 5g | 26% |
| Monounsaturated Fat 3.5g | |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium 210mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrates 7g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 5% |
| Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 6g |
| Vitamin A 6% | Vitamin C 18% |
| Calcium 0% | Iron 2% |
| Vitamin K 20mcg | Potassium 300mg |