Description
Hasselback caprese salad delivers a playful twist on classic Italian flavors. Juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil create a delightful summer dish that you’ll want to savor with every elegant slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 3 medium or 2 large tomatoes
- 1 mozzarella ball, sliced into 1 cm (0.4 inches) pieces
Garnish:
- Fresh basil leaves
Dressing:
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
- Carefully transform ripe tomatoes into a hasselback masterpiece by creating precise, even-spaced cuts across the surface. Ensure knife precision stops short of slicing completely through, maintaining structural integrity.
- Gently tuck delicate mozzarella strips and fragrant basil leaves alternately into each meticulously crafted tomato slit, creating a visually stunning layered effect that promises vibrant flavor combinations.
- Position the artfully stuffed tomatoes on a pristine serving platter, showcasing their intricate design and colorful composition.
- Elevate the dish’s taste profile by drizzling premium extra virgin olive oil and rich, glossy balsamic reduction across the tomatoes, allowing the liquid to cascade between the carefully separated slices.
- Present the caprese creation immediately, capturing the peak moment of freshness and maximizing the sensory experience of herbs, cheese, and ripe tomato essence.
Notes
- Slice tomatoes carefully with precision, creating delicate fans without cutting completely through for an elegant presentation.
- Layer each slit with creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil leaves for a burst of classic Italian flavors.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and tangy balsamic glaze to enhance the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes.
- Prepare just before serving to maintain the crisp texture and vibrant colors of fresh ingredients.
- Best enjoyed as a stunning appetizer or light summer side dish that impresses guests with minimal effort.
- Use room temperature tomatoes and high-quality mozzarella for maximum flavor and most appealing visual impact.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg