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Pressure Cooker Caprese SaladNagi You Gonna Love

This pressure cooker Caprese salad offers a unique twist on the classic fresh salad by gently cooking tomatoes to enhance their sweetness while maintaining fresh bocconcini, basil, and a flavorful garlic-herb vinaigrette finished with a rich balsamic glaze. Perfect as a side or light meal, it's quick, vibrant, and full of layered flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 163 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 220 g baby or cherry mozzarella bocconcini halved
  • 500 g cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves torn or roughly chopped
  • to taste balsamic glaze or reduction for drizzling
  • 1 small garlic clove minced fine
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard or any non-spicy mustard
  • 2.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar or other clear vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • to taste fresh black pepper

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Grab a large bowl and toss in your halved bocconcini and cherry tomatoes. Don't rush, make sure they’re evenly mixed so every bite’s balanced.
  • Next, whisk together minced garlic, Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, dried oregano, parsley, thyme, and salt in a small bowl. This dressing is gonna coat the salad in rich flavors.
  • Pour the dressing over the bocconcini and tomatoes. Gently toss until everything’s evenly coated but take care so you don’t smoosh those tender tomatoes.
  • Add the torn or roughly chopped basil leaves. Toss lightly again just to spread that herb goodness without overdoing it.
  • Transfer your salad mix to a serving dish, then drizzle with balsamic glaze. This step adds that final touch of tang and sweet gloss that really pops.
  • Serve immediately if you’re hungry now, or chill the salad in the fridge about 15 minutes to let flavors mingle before you dive in.

Notes

Serve freshly made. To prepare ahead, chop tomato and bocconcini, make dressing, and store separately. Add fresh basil and drizzle balsamic glaze just before serving. Adjust herbs to taste, and keep balsamic glaze separate to avoid sogginess.