Caprese Salad is a super easy salad made with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. I usually think of a summer salad when tomatoes are in season in my home country.
But this is the Christmas version – shaped in a candy cane design for a fun and festive take on this classic salad.
Related: Check out our archive for more holiday appetizer ideas.
Ingredients Caprese Salad:
- Tomatoes – the spicier and fresher the better
- Fresh Mozzarella – I like to slice it myself to get the thickness I prefer
- Basil – The leaves can be left whole, or you can shred them to sprinkle over the salad
- Olive Oil & Salt – drizzle and sprinkle on top before serving
Tips For Preparing Caprese Salad:
- Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella into similar thicknesses for a consistent look when serving.
- You can also achieve this candy cane look by cutting the items into cubes or smaller pieces.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with some flaky sea salt just before serving.
Serving suggestions:
While this salad is great on its own, here are some things you might want to serve it with:
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Candy cane style tomato, mozzarella and basil salad
instructions
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Wash and thinly slice the tomatoes, removing any steam spots as needed.
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Cut the mozzarella into thin or thick pieces, depending on your preference.
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Leave the basil leaves whole or chop into small pieces.
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Arrange the ingredients in a candy cane design.
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Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with sea salt before serving.
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Caprese Salad - Christmas appetizer
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