Description
A festive and easy Caprese Salad Wreath made with fresh baby arugula, grape tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and basil, drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for holiday parties and quick to assemble in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 5 oz baby arugula (or your favorite salad greens)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls or balls
- Handful of fresh basil leaves
Dressing and Seasoning
- Balsamic vinaigrette (or balsamic glaze, for drizzling)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Arrange the salad base: On a large round platter or board, form a circle of baby arugula that resembles a wreath, leaving a hole in the center.
- Decorate with toppings: Evenly place grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil leaves on top of the arugula circle to create a colorful and vibrant wreath.
- Add dressing and seasoning: Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette or balsamic glaze over the salad wreath. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately: Present the wreath on the platter and serve fresh as a festive holiday appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- This recipe requires only 5 ingredients and takes about 10 minutes to prepare, making it quick and easy for holiday gatherings.
- You can adjust ingredient quantities depending on the size of your platter or make individual wreaths on salad plates for personal servings.
- Use balsamic glaze for a sweeter, thicker drizzle or balsamic vinaigrette for a more tangy touch.
- Feel free to substitute baby arugula with other salad greens if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 94 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 181 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg
