Name: Irresistible Heart-Shaped Valentine’s Day Caprese Salad for Love
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 large ripe heirloom tomatoes; 8 ounces fresh buffalo mozzarella cheese; 20 fresh basil leaves; 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; Salt to taste; Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Description

Delight your love with a Heart-Shaped Caprese Salad this Valentine’s Day. Perfect for romance, this dish combines fresh flavors and beautiful presentation.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large ripe heirloom tomatoes

8 ounces fresh buffalo mozzarella cheese

20 fresh basil leaves

3 tablespoons balsamic glaze

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Salt to taste

Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

Slice the tomatoes into thick slices, about 1/2 inch thick.

Slice the mozzarella cheese into similar thickness.

Create a heart shape with the slices using a cookie cutter or by hand, alternating tomato and mozzarella.

Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers of tomato and mozzarella.

Drizzle with balsamic glaze and olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Garnish with extra basil leaves and serve immediately.

Notes

A romantic and delightful heart-shaped Caprese salad perfect for Valentine’s Day, showcasing vibrant colors and fresh flavors.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 servings
Calories: 300 calories
Sugar: 6 grams
Fat: 20 grams
Carbohydrates: 15 grams
Fiber: 3 grams
Protein: 15 grams

Keywords: Valentine's Day, Caprese Salad, heart-shaped salad, easy recipes, romantic dinner