Description
A Caprese Tower is an elegant and visually stunning twist on the classic Caprese salad, featuring stacked layers of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and olive oil. Perfect as a quick appetizer or light side dish.
Ingredients
2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
Fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: toothpicks or skewers for stacking
Instructions
- Place a slice of tomato on a serving plate.
- Layer a slice of mozzarella and a fresh basil leaf on top.
- Repeat layers—tomato, mozzarella, basil—until a tall, balanced stack is formed.
- Drizzle the tower with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Insert a toothpick or skewer through the center of the tower for stability.
- Serve immediately to enjoy its fresh flavors.
Notes
Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Use firm, ripe tomatoes and evenly sliced mozzarella for better stability.
To make it vegan, use plant-based mozzarella and ensure the balsamic glaze is vegan-friendly.
Store components separately if prepping ahead; assemble just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tower
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
