Arugula Caprese Salad

Name: Arugula Caprese Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: ['6', '6 servings']
Ingredients: 1 (5 ounce) package baby arugula; 1 cup halved grape tomatoes; 1 cup small fresh mozzarella balls; 0.5 cup garlic seasoned croutons; 1 tablespoon basil paste; 0.25 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing; 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

4.60 (10)

⏱ 10 mins 🍽 ['6', '6 servings'] 🏷 Main course

This vibrant salad puts a peppery spin on the classic Caprese by adding fresh arugula. Sweet grape tomatoes and soft mozzarella balls are combined with garlic croutons for texture. A simple balsamic vinaigrette is enhanced with basil paste before being tossed through the salad, creating a quick and flavourful lunch option that comes together in only 10 minutes.

Ingredients

1 (5 ounce) package baby arugula
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
1 cup small fresh mozzarella balls
0.5 cup garlic seasoned croutons
1 tablespoon basil paste
0.25 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Method

Combine the arugula, halved grape tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and croutons in a large mixing bowl.
Mix the basil paste into the balsamic vinaigrette, then pour it over the salad and toss everything together. Add salt and ground black pepper according to your taste.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories114 kcal

Fat8 g

Sugars1 g

Protein5 g

Sodium232 mg

Recipe details

CategoryMain course

AuthorKelli Kneeland Boulter