Best 4 Roasted Caprese Salad Recipes

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Calling all food enthusiasts and lovers of Italian cuisine! Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable dish that combines the freshness of summer vegetables, the richness of cheese, and the irresistible aroma of herbs? Look no further than the captivating Roasted Caprese Salad. This vibrant salad is bursting with flavor and textures, making it a perfect appetizer, side dish, or even a light main course for a satisfying meal. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we uncover the best recipe for a Roasted Caprese Salad that will leave you craving for more!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED TOMATO CAPRESE SALAD



Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad image

A new spin on the typical Caprese salad!

Provided by Jackie

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 roma (plum) tomatoes, halved lengthwise and seeded
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons white sugar
sea salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package fresh salted mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-inch thick
8 leaves fresh basil, cut in very thin strips
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or to taste
1 ½ teaspoons balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Arrange tomatoes, cut sides up, on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil and 1 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with garlic, sugar, sea salt, and black pepper.
  • Roast tomatoes in the preheated oven until they begin to turn brown and the juices become thick and sticky, about 2 hours. Let tomatoes cool to room temperature.
  • Place tomato halves and slices of mozzarella cheese onto a serving platter, alternating tomatoes and cheese to make an attractive pattern; sprinkle salad with basil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and 1 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 59.5 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 167.2 mg, Sugar 6 g

ROASTED TOMATO CAPRESE SALAD BY BAREFOOT CONTESSA



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Saw Ina Garten making this salad and as I was going to make the regular caprese salad for dinner tomorrow I switched gears and decided this was just to fabulous not to try....a different swing on a great salad.

Provided by CIndytc

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 1 platter, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 plum tomatoes
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
16 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
12 fresh basil leaves, julienned

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Halve the tomatoes lengthwise, seeds removed, not cores.
  • Arrange the tomatoes on a sheet pan, cut sides up, in a single layer. Drizzle with 1/4 cup of olive oil and the balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with the garlic, sugar, 1 1/2 tespoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast for 2 hours or until the tomatoes are concentrated and begin to caramelize.
  • Allow the tomotes to cool to room tempeture.
  • Cut the mozzarella into slices slightly less than 1/2-inch thick. If the slices of mozzarella are larger than the tomatoes, cut the mozzarella slices in half. Layer the tomatoes alternately with the mozzarella on a platter and scatter the basil on top.
  • Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper and drizzle lightly with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Serve at room temperature.

ROASTED CAPRESE SALAD



Roasted Caprese Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup cherry tomatoes
One 10-ounce container cocktail tomatoes, halved
4 Roma or Campari tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 sprigs fresh basil, torn
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
One 8-ounce container burrata cheese
1/2 cup baby arugula leaves
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon flake salt
Freshly ground black pepper, optional

Steps:

  • For the tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • On a large rimmed baking sheet, combine the cherry tomatoes, cocktail tomatoes and Roma or Campari tomatoes. Drizzle with the oil and scatter the torn basil over the top. Season with the salt and toss well to coat. Roast until the tomatoes are lightly browned and beginning to give off their juices, 30 to 35 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
  • For the salad: Arrange the tomatoes on a large platter. Tear the burrata over the top. Scatter the arugula and basil over the top and drizzle with the oil. Finish with the flake salt and black pepper, if desired.

ROASTED PORTOBELLO CAPRESE SALAD



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Tomatoes are roasted and then layered with the other traditional ingredients of a caprese salad -- mozzarella and basil -- over mushrooms.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 portobello mushroom caps
2 garlic cloves, halved
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
3 medium tomatoes, sliced 3/4 inch thick (8 slices total)
1 bunch fresh basil
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/2 inch thick (4 slices total)
4 cups arugula
Toasted bread, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place mushrooms and garlic on a rimmed baking sheet; coat with oil and vinegar. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, and season with pepper. Roast, shaking sheet occasionally, for 20 minutes. Flip mushrooms and garlic to recoat with oil. Add tomatoes; flip to coat in oil, sprinkle with remaining teaspoon salt, and season with pepper. Roast until mushrooms are tender and tomatoes are soft, 20 minutes more.
  • Rub softened garlic onto mushrooms. Place 1 mushroom on each of 4 plates, and top each with some basil. Stack another mushroom and 1 mozzarella slice onto each. Layer more basil, 1 tomato slice, more basil, then another tomato onto each. Divide arugula among plates, and drizzle with pan juices. Serve with bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 g, Cholesterol 30 g, Fat 36 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 22 g, Sodium 1373 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best results.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can roast the vegetables in the oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes.
  • To make the dressing, simply whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  • Caprese salad is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish.
  • For a more substantial salad, add some grilled chicken or shrimp.

Conclusion:

Roasted Caprese salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet and juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil leaves are a perfect combination of flavors. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, this salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give Roasted Caprese Salad a try. You won't be disappointed.

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