Caprese Plus

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, sliced
• 1 pound fresh mozzarella balls, sliced
• 1/2 pound fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Arrange the sliced tomatoes on a large platter or individual plates.
2. Top with the sliced mozzarella and basil leaves.
3. Drizzle with the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
4. Sprinkle with the pine nuts, almonds, and cranberries.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the total dish):

• Calories: 220
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and flavorful
• Vibrant colors and textures
• Perfect for a light and summery meal
• Easily customizable to suit individual tastes

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect."
• "I love the addition of the pine nuts, almonds, and cranberries. It gives it a nice crunch and sweetness."
• "This is a great dish to impress your guests with. It's simple to make but looks and tastes amazing."
• "I would highly recommend this dish to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious tomato salad."
• "This dish is so versatile. You can easily add or remove ingredients to make it your own."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use the freshest and ripest tomatoes you can find.
• If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can use a good quality red wine vinegar instead.
• If you're allergic to nuts, you can omit them or substitute with another ingredient, such as chopped pistachios or sunflower seeds.
• Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.