Italian Flag Salad (Caprese)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13

Delicious Italian Flag Salad (Caprese) recipe for a refreshing summer meal

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 perfect ripe aromatic roma tomatoes
	2 fresh mozzarella balls ( the kind in liquid )
	1 jar pesto sauce ( or homemade if you have the inclination )
	olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

279

Sugar

Fat

23g

The Italian Flag Salad, also known as Caprese, is a traditional Italian salad that is named after the colors of the Italian flag - red, white, and green. The salad is made with fresh ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella cheese, and bright green pesto sauce. It is a staple on Italian menus, especially in the summer months when tomatoes are at their peak. The salad is often served as an appetizer or a side dish, but can also be enjoyed as a light and healthy lunch or dinner.

Instructions

1.	Slice the tomatoes thickly and arrange them on a large serving platter.
2.	Drain the fresh mozzarella from its package and slice it into rounds of the same thickness as the tomatoes.
3.	Layer the mozzarella slices on top of the tomato slices, in a pattern that looks like the Italian flag.
4.	Drizzle the salad with pesto sauce, making sure to cover all of the tomato and mozzarella slices.
5.	Drizzle with a little bit of olive oil and serve immediately.

PROS

This Italian Flag Salad is a perfect summer recipe that is light and refreshing.

The combination of fresh ripe tomatoes and creamy mozzarella is a classic pairing that never gets old.

It comes together easily and quickly, making it a great option for a busy weeknight dinner or a last-minute potluck dish.

CONS

This salad is best when made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

If you can’t find ripe roma tomatoes or fresh mozzarella, the taste of the salad will suffer.

It can also be a bit bland if not seasoned properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are high in Vitamin C and antioxidants, and are believed to have cancer-fighting properties.
Mozzarella is a good source of protein and calcium.
Pesto sauce contains healthy fats (from olive oil and pine nuts) and is a good source of Vitamin E.