Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Name: Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4-6 servings
Ingredients: 3 heirloom or vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into ¼-inch slices; ½ teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon salt, divided; 1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into ¼-inch slices (pre-sliced is fine); Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling; Balsamic glaze (store-bought), for drizzling; ¼ cup roughly chopped fresh basil, plus more whole sprigs to garnish the platter

Total 15m

This Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze is a refreshing and elegant dish. Sliced tomatoes and fresh mozzarella are layered and drizzled with balsamic glaze, olive oil, and sprinkled with salt, sugar, pepper, and fresh basil. Perfect as a starter or a light, healthy meal.

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