Best 10 Olive Caprese Salad Recipes

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Olive Caprese salad is a classic dish that combines the flavors of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil with the salty brine of olives. This simple yet elegant salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it can be prepared in just minutes. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is truly delightful, and it's sure to please everyone at your table.

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CAPRESE SALAD



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My husband and I love Caprese salad, but not the high prices we pay for it in restaurants. Here, we created our own version which tastes incredibly close, if not better, than any restaurant version we've tried. -Melissa Pearson, Sandy, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium tomatoes, sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE:
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Arrange the tomatoes, cheese and basil on a serving platter. Whisk the vinaigrette ingredients; drizzle over salad. If desired, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

OLIVE CAPRESE SALAD



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When heirloom tomatoes arrive, feature them with red onions, green olives and a surprising twist-star anise. -Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, divided
1/2 cup sugar
1 whole star anise
3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion (about 1/2 medium)
2 pounds medium heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges
2 cups heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup pitted green olives, halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced and halved
1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, tarragon, mint and cilantro
1 serrano pepper, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup vinegar, sugar and star anise. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from the heat. Cool slightly; stir in onion. Let stand for 30 minutes., In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, olives, cheese, herbs and serrano pepper. Remove star anise from onion mixture; drain onion, reserving 2 tablespoons marinade. (Discard remaining marinade or save for other use.) Add onion to tomato mixture., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lime juice and zest and remaining vinegar; pour over tomato mixture. Drizzle with reserved marinade; toss gently to coat. Season with salt if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

OLIVE CAPRESE SALAD RECIPE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by á-175897

Number Of Ingredients 24

3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup fresh tarragon, minced
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 pounds cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup fresh chives, minced
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, divided
1/2 cup sugar
1 whole star anise
3/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (about 1/2 medium)
2 pounds medium heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges
2 cups heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup pitted green olives, halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced and halved
1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, tarragon, mint and cilantro
1 serrano pepper, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime peel
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup vinegar, sugar and star anise. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from the heat. Cool slightly; stir in onion. Let stand for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, olives, cheese, herbs and serrano pepper. Remove star anise from onion mixture; drain onion, reserving 2 tablespoons marinade. (Discard remaining marinade or save for other use.) Add onion to tomato mixture. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lime juice and peel and remaining vinegar; pour over tomato mixture. Drizzle with reserved marinade; toss gently to coat. Season with salt if desired. Serve immediately.

THE BEST CAPRESE SALAD



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This classic Italian caprese salad is quintessential summer fare. Serve with a chilled white wine and enjoy in the sunshine or on a balmy summer evening!

Provided by ChefJackie

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced, or to taste
1 (16 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
½ cup fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves on a serving plate, alternating between them. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 748.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CAPRESE SALAD



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This light, fresh salad is made with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. It is the perfect quick and easy accompaniment to any summer meal.

Provided by Summer Rose

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
1 (10 ounce) basket cherry tomatoes
3 tablespoons torn fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Toss together the mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, and olive oil in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 36.3 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 357.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

BURRATA CAPRESE SALAD WITH GARLIC BASIL OIL



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large heirloom tomatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Garlic-Basil Oil, recipe follows
Two 4-ounce balls burrata
2 cups fresh basil leaves
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed and peeled
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cut the tomatoes into 1/3-inch-thick slices, then depending on the size, cut the slices into halves or quarters. Arrange the tomatoes on a serving platter and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Drizzle most of the Garlic-Basil Oil over the tomatoes. Tear the burrata balls into large pieces and scatter over the tomatoes. Top the burrata with some of the remaining Garlic-Basil Oil. Serve immediately.
  • Add the basil, olive oil, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a high-powered blender. Turn the blender on low and gradually increase the speed. Blend until smooth.

CAPRESE SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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A gorgeous salad that comes together in mere minutes? What could be better? The classic combination of tomato, mozzarella, and basil is simply dressed with olive oil, balsamic, salt, and pepper.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 beefsteak tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 ball fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup fresh basil leaf, roughly torn

Steps:

  • On a plate, shingle the tomato and mozzarella slices so that they're alternating and overlapping slightly.
  • Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar and sprinkle the salt and pepper over the tomatoes and mozzarella. Top with basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CAPRESE SALAD



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"Salad of Capri" is a wonderful yet simple salad made by layering seasonal tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil leaves. It is traditionally flavored with fine olive oil and a little salt to preserve the pure flavors of its fresh ingredients (my personal favorite). You can also use a lite balsamic vinaigrette instead. Either way, finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. You will be amazed with the magic balsamic glaze brings to this dish.

Provided by Peter Steriti

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 -5 flavor intense seasonal tomatoes
1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese
30 fresh basil leaves
1/4 tablespoon fine olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup balsamic glaze (homemade or store bought)

Steps:

  • Core and cut tomatoes vertically into 1/4 inches' thick slices. If not pre-sliced, cut fresh mozzarella into 18 equal slices.
  • Assemble (using the largest diameter slices first), place one slice of tomatoes on each plate followed by a slice of mozzarella and a basil leaf. Repeat, by adding another slice of tomatoes, a basil leaf and another slice of cheese, basil and tomatoes, etc.
  • Spoon a light coating of olive oil and very lightly salt. Finish with healthy drizzle of balsamic glaze.
  • Important, use fresh mozzarella in brine sold either at the deli counter or in vacuum sealed packages. Fresh mozzarella is not the same as "Buffalo Mozzarella". True Italian Buffalo Mozzarella is traditionally made from buffalo milk. It is sold as "Mozzarella di Bufala Campana" and is certified and protected. It is also welcomed in this salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.5, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 59.8, Sodium 527.5, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.9, Protein 17.6

CAPRESE SALAD



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Make this classic Italian tricolore salad for a starter or side. It's incredibly simple but, when made with perfectly ripe tomatoes, is a real delight

Provided by Adam Bush

Categories     Side dish, Starter

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ripe plum tomatoes, sliced
2 balls of mozzarella (or vegetarian alternative), sliced
handful of basil leaves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Arrange the slices of tomato and mozzarella on a platter, alternating between slices of each, and sprinkle over the basil leaves. Season generously with salt and black pepper, then drizzle over the olive oil and vinegar. Serve straightaway.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

ULTIMATE CAPRESE SALAD



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Real talk: This is a dish to make when the tomatoes are peaking-at the farmers' market, you should be able to smell them before you see them.

Provided by Rick Martinez

Categories     Bon Appétit     Tomato     Salad     Summer     Italy     Cheese

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pint mixed cherry tomatoes, preferably heirloom, halved
7 tablespoons (or more) extra-virgin olive oil, divided
Flaky sea salt
2 pounds mixed medium and large tomatoes, preferably heirloom, cut into thin slices and/or wedges
8 ounces buffalo mozzarella or mozzarella, room temperature, torn into pieces
Coarsely ground black pepper
Small basil leaves and toasted country bread (for serving)

Steps:

  • Toss cherry tomatoes with 1 Tbsp. oil in a small bowl; season with salt.
  • Arrange tomato slices on a platter, slightly overlapping; season generously with salt. Arrange mozzarella over tomatoes; lightly season mozzarella with salt. Spoon cherry tomatoes over salad and drizzle with 6 Tbsp. oil; season with pepper. Let stand 30 minutes to let flavors meld and release juices from tomatoes and mozzarella.
  • Top salad with basil and additional salt and oil, if desired. Serve with bread alongside.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your salad will taste. Look for tomatoes that are firm and have a deep red color. Mozzarella cheese should be soft and creamy, and basil leaves should be fresh and green.
  • Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese evenly. This will help ensure that each bite of salad has a balanced flavor. If you're using a mandoline, be careful to slice the tomatoes and cheese thinly so that they don't fall apart.
  • Arrange the tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves on a platter or serving dish. Alternate the colors of the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese to create a visually appealing salad. Top with basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Caprese salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you're making it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Caprese salad is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer, side dish, or main course, Caprese salad is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give Caprese salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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