Description
A fresh and vibrant summer salad combining sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy fresh mozzarella, enhanced with fragrant basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a perfect Italian-American inspired Caprese twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 ears fresh corn, kernels cut off the cob (or 1½ cups cooked corn)
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn or thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (plus more for drizzling)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls to form the base of the salad.
- Add Basil and Dressing: Add the fresh basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic glaze to the bowl.
- Toss Salad: Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is well mixed and evenly coated with the dressing.
- Season: Season the salad with salt and black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Let Flavors Develop: Allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes so the flavors can meld and develop.
- Serve with Extra Drizzle: Just before serving, drizzle additional balsamic glaze on top if desired for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Grilled or charred corn adds a smoky depth of flavor to this salad.
- You can also use heirloom tomatoes or sliced large mozzarella if preferred.
- Best served fresh, but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
