The caprese salad multicolor celebrates the quintessential Italian trio—tomato, mozzarella, and basil—with a contemporary twist: using tomatoes of different colors, buffalo mozzarella at room temperature, and an express pesto that stays green thanks to an ice cube. This way, in just eight minutes, you get a healthy, summery dish suitable for a bikini diet, packed with antioxidants and the good fats of extra virgin olive oil.
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Main ingredients for the multicolor caprese salad
For 2 people
⏱ Preparation time: 8 min
⏱ Cooking time: 0 min
- 250 g assorted tomatoes
- 125 g buffalo mozzarella
- 1 handful of basil leaves
- 30 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch of salt
- A few drops of balsamic vinegar of Modena (in spray)
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How to prepare the multicolor caprese salad
Choose and cut the tomatoes
Wash the tomatoes well; cut the larger ones into thick slices and leave the cherry tomatoes in halves to add texture and color.
Arrange the base of the salad
Arrange the large slices as the base of the plate and distribute the small tomatoes on top to create height and visual contrast.
Add the mozzarella
Tear the mozzarella with your hands so it releases its creamy whey and place the pieces irregularly over the tomatoes.
Express basil pesto
Blend the basil, half of the oil, a pinch of salt, and an ice cube until you get a bright green pesto that doesn’t darken.
Dress and serve
Drizzle the tomatoes with the remaining oil, salt to taste, and spray the vinegar only over the tomatoes. Top with the pesto and serve immediately.
Tricks and tips for a perfect multicolor caprese salad
Seasonal and colored tomatoes
Combining varieties—yellow cherry, Barbastro pink, Cherokee purple—adds sweet and acidic nuances and makes the salad “instagrammable”.
Mozzarella at room temperature
Take it out of the cold 15 min before; this way it will be creamier and with all its milky aroma.
Pesto with an ice cube
The ice prevents the heat of the blender from oxidizing the basil and maintains an intense emerald color.
Vinegar only on the tomato
The balsamic enhances the fruit and does not mask the delicacy of the mozzarella.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I substitute the buffalo mozzarella?
Yes, use fiordilatte or drained burrata, although buffalo mozzarella provides a milkier flavor.
Can the pesto be made in advance?
You can keep it for 24 hours in the fridge covered with oil, but it loses some aroma.
Does it work with winter tomatoes?
The result is better with summer tomatoes; if not, use well-drained canned plum tomatoes.
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The card
Multicolored Caprese Salad
With assorted tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and express pesto; ready in 8 min and perfect for your Mediterranean diet.
Ingredients
- 250 g assorted tomatoes
- 125 g buffalo mozzarella
- 1 handful of basil leaves
- 30 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch of salt
- A few drops of balsamic vinegar of Modena in spray
Instructions
- Wash and dry the tomatoes; cut the large ones into 0.5 cm slices and halve the cherry tomatoes
- Arrange the large slices as a base on a flat plate, season lightly with salt and pepper
- Add the small tomatoes over the base, alternating colors to create volume and contrast
- Drain the mozzarella, bring it to room temperature, tear into irregular pieces and distribute over the tomatoes
- Blend basil leaves, 15 ml of oil, a pinch of salt, and an ice cube until you get a green and fluid pesto
- Drizzle the tomatoes with the remaining oil and spray a few drops of balsamic vinegar only over the tomatoes
- Top with teaspoons of express pesto, garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately
Notes
- The ice cube prevents the basil in the dressing from getting too hot
- Mozzarella at room temperature is creamier
- Using assorted tomatoes improves flavor and color
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