Add in the optional fresh homemade basil pesto and garlic for added flavour and this favourite and popular summertime salad is THE most refreshing salad for your dinner table! OR make it into a main and serve it with chicken! Something like this Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad.
How do you make a Caprese salad
There’s really nothing like a classic Caprese salad…but when adding avocado, you quickly realise that was the one thing missing in Caprese! All the fresh flavours together drizzled with a slightly sweet and tangy balsamic glaze just takes it to a whole other level. We added our own slight twist to the classic salad by using bursting-with-flavour grape or cherry tomatoes and baby mozzarella (bocconcini) balls. Toss with fresh basil leaves, avocado, and homemade basil pesto for an epic flavour combination, and your heart will sing.
Caprese with balsamic reduction
Traditionally, Caprese salad does not include a balsamic reduction or glaze. For the American/Australian version however, I’ve included it in the recipe should you wish to add it in. Personally, I love both with and without!
What kind of cheese to use
Fresh mozzarella is used in a classic Caprese. You can also use Burrata cheese for an even creamier salad!
Wine recommendations
Of course, the first wine I’d recommend is a chilled glass of Rosé. Feel free to choose any from the following list!
Sauv Blanc Chardonnay Pinot Gris Lambrusco Sancerre
Love Caprese? Try these recipes with a Caprese twist:
Caprese Pasta Salad Caprese Stuffed Avocados Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken … Read More
