ROASTED TOMATO CAPRESE SALAD BY BAREFOOT CONTESSA

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Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad by Barefoot Contessa image

Saw Ina Garten making this salad and as I was going to make the regular caprese salad for dinner tomorrow I switched gears and decided this was just to fabulous not to try....a different swing on a great salad.

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Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 1 platter, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 plum tomatoes
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
16 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
12 fresh basil leaves, julienned

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Halve the tomatoes lengthwise, seeds removed, not cores.
  • Arrange the tomatoes on a sheet pan, cut sides up, in a single layer. Drizzle with 1/4 cup of olive oil and the balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with the garlic, sugar, 1 1/2 tespoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast for 2 hours or until the tomatoes are concentrated and begin to caramelize.
  • Allow the tomotes to cool to room tempeture.
  • Cut the mozzarella into slices slightly less than 1/2-inch thick. If the slices of mozzarella are larger than the tomatoes, cut the mozzarella slices in half. Layer the tomatoes alternately with the mozzarella on a platter and scatter the basil on top.
  • Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper and drizzle lightly with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Serve at room temperature.

Muhammad Wajid
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This is the best roasted tomato caprese salad I've ever had!


Jahanara Islam
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


mustata daniel
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This salad is so easy to make. It's the perfect weeknight meal.


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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil are perfect together.


Assaba Delesko
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect summer lunch or dinner.


Dr-Ahmed
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I've never been a big fan of tomatoes, but this salad changed my mind. It's so good!


Md Faisal Hossain
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This salad is the perfect way to use up ripe summer tomatoes.


Jencarlos Rojas
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, but it's packed with flavor.


Haqnawaz Shah
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This salad is so versatile! I've added grilled chicken, shrimp, and even pasta to it before. It's always delicious.


Israa Mohamed Ismail
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish to bring to a potluck or picnic.


Joelynn Augustine
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This is my favorite summer salad recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Sbusiso Awesome
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I made this salad for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Prakashkumarram Prakashram
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This salad is so delicious and refreshing! I love the combination of sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil. It's the perfect summer salad.


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