Spinach Caprese Salad
A fresh twist on the classic Caprese salad, featuring baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and a flavorful vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic (grated or finely minced)
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 10 ounces cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 ounces mini mozzarella balls (drained if necessary)
- ½ cup fresh basil (chiffonade or chopped)
- ¼ cup red onion (finely diced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, grated garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Add Olive Oil: Gradually drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while whisking, ensuring a smooth emulsification.
- Mix the Greens: In a large bowl, add the baby spinach.
- Incorporate the Tomatoes and Mozzarella: Toss in the halved cherry tomatoes and drained mozzarella balls.
- Add Fresh Basil and Onion: Finish by adding the chiffonade basil and finely chopped red onion.
- Drizzle with Vinaigrette: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad. Gently toss all ingredients together until everything is well coated.
- Taste and Adjust: Do a final taste check for salt or acidity.
Notes
Serve in a wide, shallow bowl for better presentation. Garnish with extra basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Caprese Salad, Spinach Salad, Summer Salad, Healthy Salad, Italian Food