Best 3 Zoodle Caprese Salad Recipes

Zoodle Caprese Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that combines the flavors of fresh zucchini, ripe tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella cheese. It is a light and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer meal or a quick and easy lunch. Zoodles, which are spiralized zucchini noodles, provide a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta and add a unique texture to the salad. The tomatoes and mozzarella cheese add sweetness and richness, while the basil and balsamic vinegar add a pop of freshness and acidity. This salad is a great way to enjoy the flavors of summer and get your daily dose of vegetables.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WARM CAPRESE ZOODLES

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Caprese salad meets sauteed zucchini noodles in this super easy dish filled with basil, tomatoes, and gooey cheese. Make sure all your ingredients are ready to go, because this will be ready fast. Take care not to overcook the zucchini noodles to prevent them from becoming mushy. Adjust the basil to your liking.

Provided by France C

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (10 ounce) basket cherry tomatoes, halved
5 medium zucchini, run through a spiralizer
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 (8 ounce) container mini mozzarella balls, halved
¼ cup fresh basil, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cherry tomatoes and quickly stir until tomatoes just begin to soften, 1 to 2 minutes. Add zucchini noodles, salt, and pepper. Keep cooking, stirring frequently, until zoodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in mozzarella and basil. Toss to coat. Divide zoodles between 4 bowls and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 111.1 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

ZOODLE CAPRESE SALAD

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This recipe is from my friend Vicki. A simple summer arugula salad with zoodles, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.

Provided by Jeannette

Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Arugula Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 small zucchini
16 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed
1 (10 ounce) basket grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette, or to taste
1 (5 ounce) package arugula
10 leaves fresh basil

Steps:

Cut zucchini into spirals using a spiralizer (fitted with the large shredding blade). Cut zoodles into smaller pieces.
Combine zoodle pieces, mozzarella, tomatoes, and vinaigrette in a bowl; mix well. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Just before serving mix in arugula and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 811.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

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

Ingredients

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

Tips:

Use a spiralizer to create zoodles. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler or a mandoline to create thin zucchini strips.
Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. Look for tomatoes that are plump and have a deep, red color. Avoid tomatoes that are bruised or have blemishes.
Use fresh basil. Fresh basil has a more intense flavor than dried basil. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of dried basil.
Don't overcook the zoodles. Zoodles should be cooked until they are tender-crisp, not mushy. Cook them for no more than 2-3 minutes.
Serve the salad immediately. Caprese salad is best served fresh. If you make it ahead of time, the zoodles will start to wilt.

Conclusion:

Zoodle caprese salad is a refreshing and healthy summer salad. It is easy to make and is a great way to use up fresh zucchini. The zoodles are a light and healthy alternative to pasta, and the tomatoes and basil add a burst of flavor. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish at your next barbecue.