Description
Discover a fresh and exciting twist on the classic caprese salad with our Blueberry Tomato Caprese. This vibrant dish combines sweet blueberries and juicy cherry tomatoes, adorned with creamy mozzarella and aromatic fresh basil, creating a delightful medley of flavors that’s perfect for summer gatherings. The colorful presentation makes it an eye-catching centerpiece for any occasion, especially festive celebrations like the 4th of July. Whether you serve it as an appetizer or a side dish, this light and nutritious salad will impress your guests while keeping them refreshed.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint blueberries
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes
- Fresh basil
- Firm buffalo mozzarella cheese
- Balsamic vinegar
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the blueberries and cherry tomatoes in a colander and drain well.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and combine them with blueberries in a serving bowl.
- Slice the buffalo mozzarella into 1/4 or 1/2-inch pieces; use a cookie cutter for fun shapes if desired.
- Arrange the mozzarella atop the berry-tomato mix, then tear fresh basil leaves over the salad.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg