There’s a reason the Classic Caprese Salad has stood the test of time. With just a handful of fresh ingredients—ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil—this Italian staple is a celebration of simplicity and flavor. Best of all, it comes together in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or elegant summer entertaining.
Why You’ll Love This Salad
✅ Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor
✅ No cooking required
✅ Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian
✅ Pairs beautifully with crusty bread or grilled protein
Ingredients
- Rise Gardens Sliced Kitchen Mini Siam Tomatoes (or any ripe, juicy tomatoes)
- Fresh mozzarella or bocconcini cheese (sliced into rounds or whole small balls)
- Rise Gardens Fresh Super Genovese Basil
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar (or glaze for a sweeter touch)
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
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Step 1: Slice tomatoes and mozzarella
into even rounds (about ¼-inch thick). -
Step 2: Arrange them on a plate
Alternate between tomato, mozzarella, and a fresh basil leaf. -
Step 3: Drizzle and season
Drizzle generously with olive oil and balsamic vinegar and season with flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper
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Step 4: Serve
Immediately with crusty bread or as a side to grilled chicken or fish
Serving Suggestions
🥑 For a hearty twist, add a layer of prosciutto or avocado.
🍽️ Make it a meal by serving over a bed of arugula or with grilled ciabatta.
🥗 Drizzle with pesto instead of balsamic for a herby variation.
Pro Tip: Use room-temperature ingredients for the best flavor—cold mozzarella dulls the taste!
Grow Your Own Caprese Salad with Rise Gardens
Imagine plucking ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil straight from your own indoor garden! With Rise Gardens, you can grow the freshest ingredients for this Caprese Salad year-round—no grocery store required.
For small spaces: Our Personal Rise Garden fits perfectly on your countertop, keeping herbs like basil within easy reach.
For bigger harvests: The Rise Garden thrives with larger plants, like juicy tomatoes Kale, Peas and Swiss chard so you’ll always have salad-ready produce at home.
Tag us @risegardens when you make this recipe—we’d love to see your homegrown creations! 🌱
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Want to grow your own ingredients? Check out our:
Super Sweet Genovese Basil
Kitchen Mini Siam Tomato
Check all our Basil varieties and explore new recipes!
Holy (Kapoor Tulsi) Basil
Purple Basil
Sweet Thai Basil
Basil Lemon Microgreens
Hungry for more? Explore our Recipe Collection for more fresh, homegrown meal ideas!
Grow fresh, eat fresh! Start your indoor garden today and make salads like this every week.
This salad is proof that eating healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. With Rise Gardens, you can enjoy the freshest ingredients year-round—straight from your home to your plate. Happy growing (and eating)! 🌿🍅
