Caprese Salad With Microgreens

This Caprese Salad with Microgreens is a twist on the traditional Italian Caprese Salad. I just love incorporating microgreens. And, with the addition of flax seeds, chia seeds and hemp seeds, it makes this salad a healthier alternative.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Servings: servings

Calories: 145kcal

Author: Irina

Ingredients

2 cups micro greens of your choice
1 teaspoon flax seeds
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon hemp seeds
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
12 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese 2 fresh mozzarella balls - at room temperature
2-3 large tomatoes beefsteak tomato is best
salt to taste
balsamic glaze for drizzling, optional

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Instructions

Prepare the microgreens salad:
In a medium mixing bowl mix together the microgreens, the seeds, olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
2 cups micro greens, 1 teaspoon flax seeds, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon hemp seeds, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Slice the cheese:
Slice the mozzarella into 10 slices of approximately ¼ inch thick rounds and place on a paper towel to pat dry to get rid of any excess moisture
12 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese
Slice the tomatoes:
Slice the tomatoes into 10 slices of approximately ¼ inch thick rounds and place on paper towel to pat dry.
2-3 large tomatoes
Assemble the ingredients:
When ready to serve, arrange the cheese slices, then tomato slices, then some microgreens on a serving platter, alternating them. Sprinkle salt over the salad and drizzle with balsamic glaze (optional). Serve immediately.
salt

Notes

Use ripe (but not overly ripe), tomatoes for the best flavor. If possible, pick tomatoes that are in season for optimal taste.

Caprese salad is best enjoyed immediately after assembly to maintain the freshness and texture of the ingredients. Don't prepare it too far in advance.

To prevent excess moisture in your salad, be sure to gently blot each slice of Mozzarella cheese with a paper towel before assembling the dish.
Try to have tomato slices match the size of the mozzarella slices.

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