Roasted cherry tomato Caprese is a delightful twist on the classic salad, featuring rich flavors from roasted cherry tomatoes. With minimal ingredients, it creates a visually appealing and delicious dish. The combination of sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil creates a harmonious summer celebration. Whether as an appetizer, side dish, or light main course, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Embrace simplicity and savor its deliciousness with every bite.

Roasted Cherry Tomato Caprese

Adam Rapoport from Bon Appetit

The combination of sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil creates a harmonious summer celebration.

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Course Side Dish

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  

• 2 pints cherry tomatoes
• 4 sprigs thyme
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• Kosher salt
• 8 oz fresh buffalo or cow mozzarella (about 1 ball) room temperature, torn into large pieces
• Flaky sea salt
• Country-style bread, brushed with oil and toasted in oven (for serving)

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350°. Toss tomatoes, thyme, garlic, and oil on a rimmed baking sheet to coat and season lightly with kosher salt. Spread out in a single layer and roast until tomatoes are bursting and lightly browned, 40–45 minutes; let cool.
• Arrange mozzarella on a platter and spoon warm tomato mixture with juices over; sprinkle with sea salt. Serve with olive-oil-toasted bread for soaking up all those extra juices.

Notes

Do Ahead: Tomatoes can be roasted 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Gently reheat before using.

This recipe came from Adam Rapoport from the Bon Appetit blog.

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