Caprese Breakfast Salad

This Caprese Breakfast Salad is a simple and delicious way to start your day. With fresh mozzarella, ripe cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of olive oil, it's a refreshing and satisfying salad that will leave you feeling energized and ready to take on the day.

The Caprese salad is a classic Italian dish that originated on the island of Capri. The salad is made with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, and is typically dressed with a drizzle of olive oil. The salad is said to have been created in the early 1900s by a local restaurant owner who was looking for a way to use up some leftover ingredients. The salad quickly became a favorite of the locals, and eventually spread to the rest of Italy and the world.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped avocado (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir until well combined.
3. Add the red onion and avocado, if desired.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
5. Enjoy!

Why It Works

• The combination of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil is a classic for a reason. The mozzarella provides a creamy and milky flavor, the tomatoes add a burst of sweetness and acidity, and the basil adds a bright and herbaceous flavor.
• The olive oil helps to bring all the flavors together and adds a touch of richness to the salad.
• The salt and pepper help to balance out the flavors and bring out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes.
• The addition of red onion and avocado is optional, but both add a nice touch of flavor and texture to the salad.