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Grilled Caprese Salad with Pesto
20 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
550 kcalCalories
22 gProtein
15 gCarbs
45 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

AppetizerSaladWarm Salad

Grilled Caprese Salad with Pesto

75% authentic · Italian-American

A warm variation of the Caprese salad where tomato and mozzarella slices are lightly grilled, then topped with fresh basil and a dollop of vibrant pesto for an added layer of flavor.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Ripe beefsteak tomatoes4 large
  • Fresh buffalo mozzarella16 oz
  • Fresh basil leaves1 bunch
  • Pesto sauce4 tbsp
  • Extra virgin olive oil2 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste

Steps

  1. 1

    Slice tomatoes and mozzarella into thick rounds.

  2. 2

    Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Lightly brush tomato slices with olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until slightly softened and marked.

  4. 4

    Place mozzarella slices on the grill pan for about 1 minute per side, just until slightly softened and warm.

  5. 5

    Arrange grilled tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter.

  6. 6

    Top each slice with a fresh basil leaf.

  7. 7

    Add a small dollop of pesto on top of each mozzarella slice.

  8. 8

    Drizzle with remaining olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

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