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This tomato mozzarella salad is one of our all-time FAVORITE salads. It’s quick and simple and whips up in UNDER 10 minutes!

Served as a side dish or appetizer – it can’t be beat. Something about the combination of fresh basil, sliced tomatoes, thick mozzarella cheese, and a drizzle of that balsamic glaze is so amazingly delicious. Those 4 simple ingredients deliver BIG flavor!

If you love salad and those “caprese” flavors, you’ll love this easy Italian dish!

Why we think you’ll love it:

  • Ready in minutes! From start to finish it’s ready to enjoy in UNDER 10 minutes!
  • The caprese flavors. We love the combination of mozzarella, tomato, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It’s so good!
  • Perfect any time. With simple and clean flavors, this is perfect to enjoy as an appetizer or side!

Tomato Mozzarella Salad Ingredients and Substitutions

  • 3 beef steak tomatoes – or cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
  • 12 ounces fresh Mozzarella thick sliced – or mozzarella balls
  • fresh basil leaves
  • balsamic glaze – Our favorite balsamic reduction is the Modena Creamy Balsamic Glaze, or skip the glaze and use extra virgin olive oil.
  • black pepper (optional) – or fresh parsley or flaky sea salt
  • optional ingredients – sliced red onions to the alternating layers

Make Balsamic Glaze

Mix 1 cup balsamic vinegar and ¼ cup brown sugar in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the mixture reduces by half.

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Slices of tomato and mozzarella with fresh basil.

How to Make Tomato Mozzarella Salad

  1. ASSEMBLE. Cut 3 beefsteak tomatoes into thick slices. Layer tomatoes and 12 ounces sliced mozzarella on a platter.
  2. SEASON. Drizzle with balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with black pepper and garnish with fresh basil.
    • One slice of tomato and one slice of cheese create a serving. They are then cut with a fork so you get a piece of each one in every bite.
5 from 10 votes

Tomato Mozzarella Salad

By: Lil’ Luna
Our favorite fresh tomato mozzarella salad delivers big flavors with just 4 simple ingredients in under 10 minutes!
Servings: 8
Prep: 8 minutes
Total: 8 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 3 beefsteak tomatoes
  • 12 ounces fresh mozzarella, thick sliced
  • fresh basil leaves
  • balsamic glaze
  • black pepper, optional

Instructions 

  • Cut tomatoes in thick slices. Layer tomatoes and mozzarella on your plate.
  • Drizzle with balsamic reduction. Sprinkle with pepper. Garnish with fresh basil.
  • One slice of tomato and one slice of cheese create a serving. They are then cut with a fork so you get a piece of each one in every bite.

Notes

Prep ahead. Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella 1-2 days in advance and store in separate containers in the fridge. Assemble the salad a few hours before serving and keep it covered and in the fridge until you’re ready to set it out.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 10g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 33mg, Sodium: 273mg, Potassium: 334mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 1350IU, Vitamin C: 17.5mg, Calcium: 228mg, Iron: 0.5mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

Prep ahead of time?

Both the fresh tomatoes and mozzarella are high in moisture and can weep. Prep the tomatoes and cheese 1-2 days in advance and store the sliced ingredients in separate containers. Assemble the salad a few hours before serving and keep it covered and in the fridge, until you’re ready to set it out.

How to store?

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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This recipe was originally published June 2019.

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9 Comments

  1. Marty T says:

    5 stars
    Your Tomato Mozzarella Salad is easy to make, healthy, delicious. What more could you ask for?

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  2. Misty says:

    5 stars
    I love eating this for lunch. It is so refreshing/good and just hits the spot. Plus it looks so pretty when it’s made.

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  3. Heather Luckhurst says:

    This looks so delicious and flavorful!

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  4. Olivia says:

    5 stars
    I love these kind of salads. Quick and refreshing. GReat combination of flavors!

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  5. Amy Huntley says:

    5 stars
    This is delicious! I love the Caprese flavors! Goes so great with so many meals!

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  6. Joy says:

    5 stars
    Super easy & so, so good! I love caprese recipes. The combination of tomato, mozzarella, & balsamic glaze is the best!

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  7. Kristi says:

    5 stars
    What a beautiful way to serve this salad. Its light and easy to put together.

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  8. Suzanne holt says:

    5 stars
    So quick and easy to make… and delicious! This recipe is perfect for a quick elegant contribution to a dinner party.

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    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I am glad you think so 🙂 Thank you!!

      Reply