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Heart-shaped Caprese salad with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on marble.

Heart Caprese Salad

A delightful and romantic twist on the classic Caprese salad, perfect for a special occasion. Fresh mozzarella hearts, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil come together for a simple yet elegant appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 package Pre-packaged mozzarella cheese whole or pre-sliced
  • 1 bunch Basil leaves fresh
  • 2 Ripe sweet tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Light olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Glaze
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
  • 1 Small heart cookie cutter

Method
 

  1. Cut out mozzarella hearts with cookie cutter.
  2. Cut tomatoes into thick slices.
  3. Lay tomato slices, top with basil and mozzarella.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
  5. Sprinkle with salt & pepper.
  6. Enjoy!

Notes

For best results, use high-quality mozzarella and ripe, flavorful tomatoes.