Made with mozzarella, tomatoes, and fresh basil, Caprese salad is an all-time Italian classic, meant to represent the colors of its flag. This flavor combo became such a huge hit that Caprese salad ended up inspiring countless other dishes over the years, and here are five you should try ASAP.
Caprese Sandwich
The second dish everyone thinks of when someone mentions Caprese, this classic Italian sandwich captures a similar flavor, but it’s much more filling than a salad.
Caprese Pizza
Speaking of filling and delicious dishes that put a fun twist on the classic, you should also consider trying Caprese pizza, topped with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves.
Caprese Pasta Salad
Caprese pasta salad mixes two Italian classics into one, and it’s one of the most popular variations of the original recipe because it requires just one extra ingredient.
Caprese Chicken
The combo of mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil can take your chicken to new heights, whether you decided to use them as a stuffing or a topping for your chicken breasts.
Caprese Skewers
If you want to make Caprese a staple of your next BBQ party, consider threading cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella balls, and basil leaves onto wooden skewers to create a delicious appetizer.
