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Caprese Candy Cane

It’s the simple—and beloved—Italian combo of creamy mozzarella, juicy tomato and aromatic basil laid out in a festive candy cane design. Holly, Jolly, and delish!

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Caprese Candy Cane

It’s the simple—and beloved—Italian combo of creamy mozzarella, juicy tomato and aromatic basil laid out in a festive candy cane design. Holly, Jolly, and delish!
Servings: 8 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 8 slices mozzarella cheese*
  • 9 tomato slices, 2 to 3 large fresh tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper
  • ¼ to ½ cup fresh basil, minced
  • Balsamic glaze or Balsamic Vinaigrette, optional
  • * You’ll need about three-quarters of a fresh pre-sliced mozzarella cheese log.

Instructions
 

  • On a large serving platter or cutting board, arrange tomato and mozzarella slices in the shape of a candy cane.
  • Sprinkle on salt, pepper, and minced basil. Serve with balsamic glaze or vinaigrette.
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition Information per serving

Calories: 110Carbohydrates: 3gProtein: 17gTotal Fat: 7g— Unsaturated Fat: 4g— Saturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 0gTotal Sugar: 1g— Natural Sugar: 1g— Added Sugar: 0g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
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