Red, White and Blue Caprese Salad (Gluten-Free)
Celebrate Memorial Day or 4th of July with this patriotic red, white and blue caprese salad! With just 10 minutes of hands-on time, this beautiful caprese salad with blueberries is perfect for your BBQ parties and summer gatherings! Gluten-free too.
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A Beautiful Caprese Salad with Blueberries
As we enter into summer, kicking off grilling season with Memorial Day weekend and then later 4th of July (Independence Day) parties, there’s nothing that embodies the patriotic festivity more than red, white and blue food!
Today I’ve got a recipe for red white & blue caprese salad – we’re giving a twist to the traditional caprese salad with the addition of blueberries for the blue, and cutting the mozzarella into star shapes.
And now we’ve got the prettiest caprese salad ever!
(Related: Patriotic fruit salad)
Why You’ll Love this Recipe:
- Simple Ingredients: The handful of ingredients required for this patriotic caprese salad are easily accessible at the local grocery stores (nothing fancy required!).
- Super Easy to Make: All you need is just 10 minutes of prep time to get this salad ready, then let it chill for a bit in the fridge before serving!
- Totally Gluten-Free: The best part is that this recipe is 100% gluten-free, which means that even those with Celiac disease or gluten intolerances can enjoy it without issues!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Here’s a visual overview of the ingredients required for making this patriotic caprese salad recipe.
(For exact measurements, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.)
Recipe Notes + Substitutions:
- Fresh Tomatoes:Â Make sure to use red cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes to go with the red white and blue theme. Slice the tomatoes in half before using.
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries are best (I do not recommend using frozen blueberries in this case since we are using so few ingredients, make sure to use fresh).
- Mozzarella:Â I recommend using a small star cookie cutter to cut the mozzarella slices into star shapes (this goes with the patriotic theme). If you don’t own a star cookie cutter, you can also use a small knife to cut out the stars – it will take longer but it is still possible. Alternatively, you can use mini mozzarella balls instead.
- Honey: I’ve added a little bit of honey as a natural sweetener. Feel free to reduce the amount or leave it out totally if you prefer a less sweet salad. Optionally, you may also use maple syrup, agave nectar or balsamic glaze for sweetening.
- Optional Add Ins for Dressing: You can also include a splash of lemon juice, Dijon mustard, or apple cider vinegar.
- Olive Oil: I recommend using extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
- Basil Leaves: Fresh basil is a key ingredient in classic caprese salad, so make sure to add it in.
How to Make this Red, White and Blue Caprese Salad:
Combine Tomatoes, Blueberries and Mozzarella: Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves and place the halved cherry tomatoes in a serving bowl. Sprinkle the blueberries over the top. Use small star-shaped cookie cutters (or just a knife if you don’t have a cookie cutter) to cut star shapes from the mozzarella slices. Arrange the mozzarella stars over the tomatoes and blueberries.
Prepare Salad Dressing, Drizzle and Garnish:Â In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and olive oil. Drizzle over the salad, season with salt and black pepper, and top with fresh basil. Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Dish by Dish Tips:
- Optional Add Ins for Dressing:Â You can also include a splash of lemon juice, Dijon mustard, or apple cider vinegar.
- No Star Cutter, No Problem: If you don’t own a mini star cookie cutter, you can also use a small knife to cut out the stars – it will take longer but it is still possible.
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Red, White and Blue Caprese Salad
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Celebrate Memorial Day or Fourth of July with this patriotic red, white and blue caprese salad! With just 10 minutes of hands-on time, this beautiful caprese salad with blueberries is perfect for your BBQ parties and summer gatherings! Gluten-free too.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine Tomatoes and Blueberries: Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves and place them in a serving bowl. Sprinkle the blueberries over the top.
- Cut Mozzarella Stars and Add to Bowl: Use small star-shaped cookie cutters (or just a knife if you don’t have a cookie cutter) to cut star shapes from the mozzarella slices. Arrange the stars over the tomatoes and blueberries.
- Prepare Salad Dressing, Drizzle and Garnish: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and olive oil. Drizzle over the salad, season with salt and pepper, and top with fresh basil.
- Chill Before Serving: Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
Cherry Tomatoes: Make sure to use red cherry tomatoes to go with the red white and blue theme. Slice the tomatoes in half before using.
Blueberries: Fresh blueberries are best (I do not recommend using frozen blueberries in this case since we are using so few ingredients, make sure to use fresh).
Mozzarella: I recommend using a small star cookie cutter to cut the mozzarella slices into star shapes (this goes with the patriotic theme). If you don’t own a star cookie cutter, you can also use a small knife to cut out the stars – it will take longer but it is still possible.
Honey: I’ve added a little bit of honey as a natural sweetener. Feel free to reduce the amount or leave it out totally if you prefer a less sweet salad. Optionally, you may also use maple syrup or agave nectar for sweetening.
Olive Oil: I recommend using extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
Basil Leaves: Fresh basil is a key ingredient in classic caprese salad, so make sure to add it in.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Chilling Time: 10 mins
- Category: Salads
- Cuisine: American
