The Classics

The Beloved Caprese Salad

with homemade balsamic glaze

SOUND BITE

You hardly need a recipe for this classic Italian masterpiece, but I had to include it because it’s one of my all-time favorites. How can something so simple be so delicious? Freshness! Peak-season tomatoes, fresh basil and a big ball of fresh mozzarella. Magnifico!

Other Uses for Balsamic Glaze

If there was such a thing as the little black dress of condiments, it would be balsamic glaze. 

It’s classic, versatile and looks fancy when it’s actually pretty simple.

You’ll likely have leftover glaze after making this Caprese salad. Don’t throw it out!

Instead, you can:

1. Drizzle it on roasted vegetables.

2. Stir 1 tablespoon into a homemade, tomato-based pasta sauce.

3.  Pair it with watermelon and feta or grilled halloumi cheese. 
Mmmm. I could really go for that RIGHT NOW!

4. Drizzle it on chicken, steak or salmon coming off the grill.

or 5. Swirl it on a margherita pizza!

You’ll be amazed by the glaze! It’s easy to make, but hard to resist.