24 Best Caprese Salad Recipes - A Fresh Take on Italian Cuisine
JANUARY 25, 2023
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Caprese salad is a classic Italian favorite, but it's also open to interpretation. Traditional versions include fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, but you can also add ingredients like grilled vegetables, fruit, and prosciutto.
We've rounded up 24 of the best Caprese salad recipes to try. From light and summery flavors to robust and savory, these recipes are a fresh take on Italian cuisine. Everyone is sure to love these delicious takes on this classic dish.
Vikalinka
Basil Pesto Caprese Salad
Cherry tomato, basil and fresh mozzarella salad.
1
74
20 min
TOTAL TIME
735
CALORIES
$4.02
PER SERVING
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Woman's Day
Peach Caprese Salad
Looking for an easy summer salad recipe? This Peach Caprese Salad Recipe from WomansDay.com is the best.
569
51
15 min
TOTAL TIME
270
CALORIES
$2.72
PER SERVING
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Eating Well
Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes
The basil dressing packs a punch in this caprese salad with cherry tomatoes. Dark balsamic vinegar is traditional, but to make the color pop, white balsamic vinegar can be used in its place.
175
135
25 min
TOTAL TIME
603
CALORIES
$5.91
PER SERVING
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Downshiftology
Caprese Salad Recipe
The best caprese salad recipe uses a handful of fresh, juicy ingredients. Keep it simple and tasty with this easy and classic Italian salad recipe. It's the perfect for summer salad. Watch the video above to see how I make it!
10
28,715
160
5 min
TOTAL TIME
266
CALORIES
$1.84
PER SERVING
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Half Baked Harvest
Peach Caprese Salad with Toasted Garlic Naan
This bright, colorful, and fresh summer salad, is full of grilled peaches, tomatoes, basil, and creamy burrata cheese. It's that easy summer salad that everyone craves all winter long!
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3,702
51
30 min
TOTAL TIME
463
CALORIES
$4.21
PER SERVING
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Insolence + Wine
Watermelon Caprese Salad
This is my favorite summer salad loaded with delicate ingredients and not-so-subtle flavors.
10 min
TOTAL TIME
269
CALORIES
$1.95
PER SERVING
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Cooklist AI
Basil-Infused Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze
This refreshing Basil-Infused Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze is the perfect appetizer or side dish, ready in just 20 minutes! Enjoy juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and a hint of balsamic in every bite.
3
23 min
TOTAL TIME
163
CALORIES
$1.59
PER SERVING
Ingredients
Directions
6 STEPS
1
Place the cherry tomatoes and chopped fresh basil in a large bowl.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
3
Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture and toss to combine. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
4
After refrigeration, gently mix in the mozzarella balls.
5
Adjust the taste by adding more basil or salt and pepper, if desired.
6
Drizzle the salad with the balsamic glaze before serving.
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Foodie Crush
Roasted Tomato and Burrata Caprese Salad
The sweetness from just-picked garden tomatoes is hard to find year round so I roast my tomatoes on a foil-lined sheet pan to give them a candied flavor. Then I pair the still warm tomatoes with classic caprese flavors of mozzarella and balsamic to enjoy this salad all year round.
3
26,741
111
25 min
TOTAL TIME
256
CALORIES
$3.01
PER SERVING
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Spice Roots
Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction
This classic Italian dish gets an upgrade with our balsamic reduction sauce, making it the perfect light and refreshing appetizer or side dish.
1
21
264
CALORIES
$1.42
PER SERVING
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Sip Bite Go
Fresh Peach Caprese Salad with Burrata And Tomatoes Recipe
Wondering what to do with fresh peaches? Peach salad is the answer! In 5-10 minutes, this fresh peach Caprese salad is loaded up with Summer tomatoes, creamy burrata, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar glaze. Let’s whip it up.
4
61
27
10 min
TOTAL TIME
371
CALORIES
$4.98
PER SERVING
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The GR Guide
Cucumber Caprese Salad
This cucumber caprese salad is so refreshing for the summer months. I love using the veggies from my garden to make this salad!
10 min
TOTAL TIME
421
CALORIES
$2.00
PER SERVING
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Binjal VEG Kitchen
Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad
This Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad is a simply classic, easy to make and so colorful. Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad is made by home grown garden heirloom tomatoes and layering them with soft, fresh mozzarella, a sprinkle of salt, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze or vinegar, and to...
15 min
TOTAL TIME
372
CALORIES
$4.61
PER SERVING
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The Organic Kitchen
Easy Caprese Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette
An easy meal or side dish in under 10 minutes!
4
7 min
TOTAL TIME
742
CALORIES
$4.79
PER SERVING
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Creme de la Crumb
Salmon & Lentil Caprese Salad
A flavorful, protein-packed salad featuring salmon, lentils, tomatoes, basil and mozzarella cheese, all drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.
411
32
35 min
TOTAL TIME
426
CALORIES
$4.19
PER SERVING
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It's a Veg World After All
Peach Caprese Salad
Layers of heirloom tomatoes, peaches, and fresh mozzarella cheese are coated with balsamic, olive oil, basil, and flaky sea salt. Simply delicious!
70
19
10 min
TOTAL TIME
236
CALORIES
$2.08
PER SERVING
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Castle in the Mountains
Caprese Snack Salad
Fresh juicy tomatoes and sweet fresh mozzarella dollped with pesto sauce. This is a simple snack that you can enjoy anytime.
1
38
32
5 min
TOTAL TIME
181
CALORIES
$1.40
PER SERVING
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Tasty Low Carb
Balsamic Glazed Caprese Salad
A fresh and flavorful Caprese salad with the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, thanks to a simple balsamic glaze! Get ready for a salad that will have you coming back for seconds.
7
25 min
TOTAL TIME
98
CALORIES
$1.71
PER SERVING
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Masala Herb
Easy Caprese Salad Recipe
Caprese Salad is an Italian classic. Serve it up with bread.
7
562
10
5 min
TOTAL TIME
319
CALORIES
$5.14
PER SERVING
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Bon Appétit
Roasted Cherry Tomato Caprese
Yes, you can have a caprese salad all year long! In this simple recipe, the classic tomato and mozz summer salad gets a roasty cold-weather makeover.
10
9,752
598
569
CALORIES
$4.59
PER SERVING
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Natasha's Kitchen
Caprese Salad Recipe
Caprese Salad is an easy classic Italian recipe. Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best! The combination of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese and basil are a winning combination and you will love the excellent homemade Balsamic Glaze.
63
35,009
167
15 min
TOTAL TIME
225
CALORIES
$2.34
PER SERVING
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Foodie Crush
Cantaloupe and Mozzarella Caprese Salad
Refreshing and delicious, this Cantaloupe and Mozzarella Caprese Salad is an easy and flavorful summer side dish that will have your guests coming back for more!
61
5,832
184
10 min
TOTAL TIME
173
CALORIES
$2.77
PER SERVING
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Better Homes and Gardens
Eggplant Caprese Salad
To slice super-soft fresh mozzarella neatly and easily, use a thin, serrated knife.
24
13,251
124
25 min
TOTAL TIME
290
CALORIES
$2.32
PER SERVING
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