Easy Caprese Salad With Balsamic Glaze
This easy caprese salad is simple, bright, and fresh. The addition of balsamic glaze adds a sweet and tangy note to the already tasty salad.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 3 tomatoes (heirloom or vine ripe) sliced
- 16 ounces fresh mozzarella log sliced
- 1 bunch fresh basil
- extra virgin olive oil to drizzle
- salt and pepper to taste
Balsamic Glaze
- ¾ cup balsamic vinegar see notes
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
Make the Balsamic Glaze
- In a small saucepan set at medium-high heat, add the balsamic vinegar and honey. Stir until combined.Bring to a boil. Then reduce the heat to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
- While it simmers, the balsamic vinegar will reduce and become thicker. This process will take about 15-20 minutes. You will notice it getting thicker because the bubbles get a little bigger and take a little longer to pop (see picture above in post).
- Once it reduces to about half, stir more frequently to ensure the glaze does not burn.You will know it is done when the glaze takes on the consistency of syrup and/or when it sticks to a wooden spoon (see picture above in post).
- Remove it from the heat and let the glaze cool a little bit before transferring it to a glass jar or container.*Note: The glaze will thicken even more as it cools.
Assemble the Salad
- Slice the mozzarella cheese and tomatoes into 1/4-inch slices.
- Layer alternating slices of tomatoes and mozzarella on a shallow platter, then add a basil leaf between each.
- Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle on the balsamic glaze and serve.