How to Make Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a modern twist on the classic Caprese salad, with the addition of roasted tomatoes that bring out a rich and savory flavor. It's a great way to showcase the flavors of summer, and it's easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer, a side dish, or a light main course, this salad is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

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Ingredients

  • 8 roma (plum) tomatoes, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • sea salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (16 ounce) package fresh salted mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • 8 leaves fresh basil, cut in very thin strips
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or to taste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Arrange tomatoes, cut sides up, on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil and 1 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with garlic, sugar, sea salt, and black pepper.
  • Roast tomatoes in the preheated oven until they begin to turn brown and the juices become thick and sticky, about 2 hours. Let tomatoes cool to room temperature.
  • Place tomato halves and slices of mozzarella cheese onto a serving platter, alternating tomatoes and cheese to make an attractive pattern; sprinkle salad with basil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and 1 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar.
  • Nutrition

    346 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 60mg
    • Sodium: 167mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 446mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 207mg