Description
A festive and creative twist on the classic caprese salad, shaped like a Christmas tree for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Fresh Mozzarella Balls
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Start with a sturdy platter or board to serve as the foundation for your tree.
- Create the Tree Shape: Arrange your cherry tomatoes into the triangular shape of a Christmas tree, with each layer getting progressively smaller as you move to the top.
- Add Mozzarella: Between the layers of tomatoes, insert fresh mozzarella balls.
- Place Basil Leaves: Tuck fresh basil leaves around the tomatoes and mozzarella for presentation.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil: Once your tree is assembled, drizzle olive oil and finish with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
Notes
Choose vibrant, fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. For an extra festive touch, consider using a star-shaped cookie cutter to create a star from a slice of mozzarella for the top of the tree.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg