Easy Caprese Dip
This easy Caprese dip features fresh cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze. It's a perfect appetizer that comes together quickly and is bursting with flavor.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
- Serving dish/platter
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes halved or quartered
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella small balls (bocconcini/ciliegine) or a large ball diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves thinly sliced (chiffonade) or roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons good quality extra virgin olive oil
- 2-3 tablespoons balsamic glaze store-bought or homemade
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- red pepper flakes Optional: A pinch of
Instructions
Preparation
- Halve or quarter the cherry/grape tomatoes. Dice the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces, similar to the tomatoes, or halve pre-portioned mozzarella balls if using.
Chop Basil
- Stack and roll basil leaves tightly, then slice thinly to create ribbons (chiffonade), or roughly chop the leaves.
Combine and Season
- Gently combine the chopped tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil in a medium mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then season generously with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes, tossing until well combined.
Serve
- Transfer the Caprese mixture to a shallow serving dish or platter. Just before serving, generously drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve immediately with toasted baguette slices, crostini, or sturdy crackers.
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality ingredients, especially for the olive oil and balsamic glaze. This dip is best served fresh but can be prepared a couple of hours in advance, keeping the balsamic glaze separate until just before serving to prevent the tomatoes from becoming watery.