A simple recipe for a winter Caprese, a flavorful salad with roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and sprigs of thyme. A perfect side or appetizer to share!
Ingredients
1pintcherry tomatoes
3garlic cloves, smashed
4-6sprigs fresh thyme
1-2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
flaky sea salt
4-6ouncesfresh mozzarella(about 1 ball), at room temperature
balsamic vinegar or glaze
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange tomatoes, garlic, and thyme on a small, rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt. Roast for 25-30 minutes, just until tomatoes are blistered and starting to burst.
After removing the tomatoes, tear the mozzarella into large, rough pieces, and arrange on a plate. Spoon the tomato mixture over and around the mozzarella. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and sprinkle with a bit more sea salt, if desired. Dig in!