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Caprese Christmas Wreath

Caprese Christmas Wreath: A Festive Showstopper for Your Table

Discover the Caprese Christmas Wreath, a vibrant and fresh appetizer that impresses guests and enhances holiday festivities.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wreath
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Fresh, juicy tomatoes
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Fresh mozzarella, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup Basil Fresh basil leaves
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze Sweet-and-tangy drizzle
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Flaky sea salt
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Toasted pine nuts
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper For added spice

Equipment

  • serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all necessary ingredients, wash tomatoes, and slice into halves. Cut mozzarella into cubes and rinse basil leaves.
  2. On a large platter, lay out tomatoes and mozzarella in a circular pattern to form a wreath.
  3. Tuck basil leaves among the tomatoes and mozzarella evenly for a festive look.
  4. Drizzle olive oil generously over the arranged ingredients for added flavor.
  5. Finish with balsamic glaze and sprinkle sea salt over the wreath.
  6. Refrigerate the wreath for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor and presentation. Chill the wreath briefly to enhance flavors but serve at room temperature for optimal taste.

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