Valentine Heart Caprese (Print View)
A romantic dish featuring tomato and mozzarella hearts with basil and balsamic glaze.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Components
01 - 2 medium ripe tomatoes
02 - 5 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
03 - 10 fresh basil leaves
→ Dressing
04 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
06 - Sea salt to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Slice tomatoes and mozzarella into 1/2-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife.
02 - Press a small heart-shaped cookie cutter into the tomato and mozzarella slices to create uniform hearts.
03 - Arrange tomato and mozzarella hearts alternately on a serving platter, tucking fresh basil leaves between each layer.
04 - Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze evenly over the arranged hearts. Sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Takes literally 20 minutes but makes you look like you planned something thoughtful for days
- The heart shapes make everything taste sweeter, I swear its scientifically proven
02 -
- Work quickly once you start cutting, because the longer the tomatoes sit, the more they'll weep and your hearts will start looking a bit weepy themselves
- Reserve the leftover tomato and mozzarella scraps for yourself, that's the cook's treat and nobody needs to know
03 -
- Chill your platter for 10 minutes before arranging, the cold surface keeps everything fresh longer
- If your cutter keeps sticking, dip it in warm water between cuts