Description
Elevate your salad game with this homemade Caprese Salad Dressing Recipe. This light and flavorful garlic balsamic dressing is the perfect companion to ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this exquisite dressing that not only enhances the classic Caprese salad but also serves as a versatile addition to other salads and marinades. With fresh ingredients and no preservatives, this dressing is a healthier option that delivers impressive flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for both gatherings and simple weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make dressing will leave your guests raving about your culinary skills.
Ingredients
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- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- 4 tsp dijon mustard
- 4 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 7 tbsp olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- 1 lb bocconcini (baby mozzarella balls)
- 1 lb grape tomatoes (halved)
- 12 large basil leaves (chiffonade)
Instructions
- Arrange bocconcini and halved grape tomatoes on a serving platter. Sprinkle chiffonade basil on top and season with salt and pepper.
- In a mason jar, combine grated garlic, dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving or toss gently for an elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg