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March 27, 2015 · 11 Comments

Caprese Stack Salad

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When the days are longer and the temps hit 80*, I’m in the mood for BBQ. And salad. Caprese Salad to be exact.

Caprese Salad is always a go to in my kitchen. I love fresh ripe tomatoes, creamy salty fresh ricotta and fresh basil, all topped off with a sprinkle of salt and pepper and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic. I usually serve Caprese Salad arranged on a platter, but these orange tomatoes were so pretty, I really wanted them to show, so I decided to stack, hence the name, Caprese Stack Salad. And since I had a perfectly ripe, creamy avocado, I decided to add it also. Such a perfect combination!

Caprese Stack Salad-4Seriously, can it get any prettier? I think not! Caprese Salad, arranged on a platter is perfect for a larger gathering or maybe a BBQ, but if you’re serving just one or two, how about stacking it? Or, impress your guests at your next small dinner party and serve them a Caprese Stacked Salad. 

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Caprese Stack Salad

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Caprese Stack Salad

This is a non-recipe post. Listed below are the ingredients I used, but the amounts will vary greatly depending on how many you're serving.
Author Joy in Every Season

Ingredients

  • Ripe tomatoes
  • Fresh mozzarella I buy it in the gourmet cheese section at my local grocery store
  • Ripe avocado sliced or cut into rings *optional
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Olive Oil
  • Balsamic Vinegar
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Instructions

  • Slice tomatoes, mozzarella (the brand I buy comes pre-semi sliced), and avocados.
  • Layer (or stack), tomatoes, mozzarella, and avocados.
  • Top with chiffonade of basil, or if you prefer, layer whole basil leaves w/tomatoes, mozzarella, and avocados.
  • Drizzle olive oil and balsamic over salad and sprinkle with salt & pepper (to taste).

Do you love the flavor of Caprese? Check out my other Caprese recipes…

Caprese Avocado Pesto Pasta Caprese Avocado Pesto Pasta

Quinoa Caprese Salad Quinoa Caprese Salad

Pesto Caprese Bread Pesto Caprese Bread

 

 

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Comments

  1. Lily Lau says

    March 27, 2015 at 9:53 am

    5 stars
    What a tasty salad! You inspired me for tonight’s dinner, thanks for sharing this recipe with us 🙂

    Reply
    • Renee says

      March 29, 2015 at 1:47 pm

      It was SO tasty! I don’t think you can go wrong with Caprese any time of year, with just about any meal!

      Reply
  2. Trish says

    March 28, 2015 at 9:12 am

    I can’t wait for tomato season around here! The yellow heirlooms are my fave. This looks delicious Renee!

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    • Renee says

      March 29, 2015 at 1:48 pm

      As soon as I saw those tomatoes at the store, I knew I had to make this! And the avocados were just as perfect!!

      Reply
  3. Catherine says

    July 3, 2015 at 3:43 am

    Dear Renee, these caprese stacks look beautiful. What a wonderful warm weather salad..this sounds delicious. xo, Catherine

    Reply
  4. Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says

    July 3, 2015 at 4:17 am

    Oh my yes, this is screaming my summer love language

    Reply
  5. Liv @ Healthy Liv says

    June 27, 2016 at 8:42 am

    What a beautiful summer salad! The avocado is a pretty and unique touch. Just pinned and tweeted!

    Reply
  6. Heather Kinnaird says

    June 27, 2016 at 9:55 am

    this is one of our go-to summer favorites! pretty sure I could eat this every night

    Reply
  7. Kristen says

    June 27, 2016 at 4:57 pm

    I am one lucky lady–I just was gifted a huge box of heirloom tomatoes and I am so making this asap

    Reply

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