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Side dishe for 2

Caprese Tomato Salad

$4.73for 410 minServes 2

Cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella are layered with basil, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.

Caprese Tomato Salad

Photo: foodfaithfitness.com

What it costs

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IngredientAmountCost
Cherry and grape tomatoes, 5.25 oz$0.30/oz typical5.25 oz$1.59Typical price
Mozzarella, 1 oz$0.30/oz typical1 oz$0.30Typical price
Fresh herbs (cilantro, 0.25$1.49 each typical0.25$0.37Typical price
Total for the servings shown$2.37

Swaps

  • Swap mozzarella for cheddar and shredded cheeseabout the same price

Pantry staples you likely have

Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilVinegarSalt and pepper

Not included in the cost.

  • 10 minstart to table
  • Easydifficulty
  • 2servings as written
  • $typical cost tier

ItalianVegetarianGluten-freeLow-carbBudgetSide dishesLunchesNo-cookSummer

Typical price

$1.18 per serving$4.73 for 4

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 ball fresh mozzarella di bufala
  • fresh basil leaves
  • extra virgin olive oil (optional)
  • balsamic vinegar (optional)
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps

  1. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the mozzarella into bite-size pieces.
  2. Arrange the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves on a plate.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar if using.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.

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