Description
This Barefoot Contessa Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad is a delightful twist on the classic Caprese, featuring sweet roasted cherry tomatoes and creamy mozzarella. It’s a perfect appetizer for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Roasted Tomatoes:
- 2½ pounds ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, julienned
Caprese Salad:
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced or in small balls
- Extra balsamic glaze for drizzling (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Prepare tomatoes: Place halved cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Roast tomatoes: Roast for 20–25 minutes until caramelized. Cool to room temperature.
- Assemble salad: Arrange mozzarella on a platter, spoon roasted tomatoes over the cheese. Sprinkle with julienned basil and garnish with whole basil leaves. Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
- Serve: Serve at room temperature.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use high-quality mozzarella and ripe, sweet cherry tomatoes.
- You can roast the tomatoes ahead of time and assemble the salad just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
