Description
A patriotic twist on the classic Caprese salad, featuring red tomatoes, white mozzarella, and blueberries for a burst of flavor and color.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), halved
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, blueberries, and mozzarella balls.
- Add the chopped basil and gently toss to mix.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a serving platter or bowl and drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Garnish with additional basil leaves if desired.
Notes
- Use heirloom cherry tomatoes for added color and flavor variety.
- Chill the ingredients before assembling for a refreshing summer salad.
- Serve immediately after adding the balsamic glaze to avoid sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg