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Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad

Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad: A Sweet and Savory Delight

This Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad is a delightful blend of summer's bounty, featuring caramelized tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6 Roma Tomatoes Substitute with any variety of tomatoes
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Swap with burrata for indulgence
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Replace with arugula or spinach for a twist
For the Dressing
  • 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Quality oil impacts taste
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic Glaze Optional for decorative finish
For Seasoning
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Fresh herbs can substitute in greater amounts
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust according to preference

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and halve the Roma tomatoes lengthwise and set aside.
  3. Finely chop several cloves of fresh garlic until fragrant.
  4. Mix the halved tomatoes with minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  5. Toss to ensure tomatoes are evenly coated.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread tomatoes cut-side up.
  7. Roast the tomatoes for 45-60 minutes until softened and caramelized.
  8. Let the roasted tomatoes cool slightly.
  9. Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch rounds.
  10. Layer the roasted tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on a serving platter.
  11. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Serve immediately to enjoy the vibrant flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This salad is a perfect appetizer or side dish and is best served fresh.

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