Christmas Candy Cane Caprese (Print)

Festive twist on classic Caprese with mozzarella and tomatoes arranged in candy cane shape

# What You Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
02 - 12 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
03 - 1 bunch fresh basil leaves

→ Dressing

04 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
06 - 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Alternate tomato and mozzarella slices on a large platter, arranging them in a curved candy cane shape for festive presentation.
02 - Tuck fresh basil leaves between the tomato and mozzarella slices, distributing evenly throughout the arrangement.
03 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil evenly across the entire salad, ensuring all slices receive a light coating.
04 - Pour balsamic glaze in a thin stream over the top of the salad, creating decorative lines across the candy cane pattern.
05 - Sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper over the salad. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes 15 minutes from start to stunning presentation
  • People will literally gather around the platter with their phones out
  • No cooking required, just assembly and a little artistic flair
02 -
  • Cold ingredients lose flavor, so let everything sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before assembling
  • The glaze can bleed into the cheese if you make this more than an hour ahead, so time it right
03 -
  • Use a serrated knife for the cleanest tomato slices without squishing
  • Pat your tomato slices dry with paper towels before arranging to prevent a watery platter

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