Description
Watermelon Caprese Salad with Balsamic Drizzle is a refreshing summer delight that brings together sweet, juicy watermelon, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil for a burst of flavor in every bite. Topped with a rich balsamic glaze, this vibrant salad is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or light lunches. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make dish that showcases the best of summer’s bounty.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes.
- Halve the mozzarella balls if they are large.
- On a serving platter, layer the watermelon cubes and mozzarella balls, placing basil leaves in between.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze generously over the salad.
- Finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Serve immediately or let sit for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg