How long does it take to make Caprese Salad with Basil Microgreens Twist?
This recipe takes approximately 15 min total.
15 min
· Serves 2
· Updated March 10, 2026
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Basil microgreens are best added fresh as a finishing ingredient. This classic Caprese salad is given a fresh twist by incorporating basil microgreens, enhancing both flavor and nutrition.
This recipe takes approximately 15 min total.
Basil microgreens work best as a fresh finishing ingredient, adding color, texture, and a just-cut flavor that stands out right before serving.
2 large tomatoes, sliced
150g fresh mozzarella, sliced
1 cup basil microgreens
2 tbsp balsamic glaze
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
On a serving plate, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
Sprinkle the basil microgreens generously over the tomatoes and cheese.
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then season with salt and pepper according to taste.
Allow the salad to sit for a few minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Serve as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Basil microgreens carry the recognizable aromatic profile of fresh basil — linalool, eugenol, and other volatile compounds — and are used as a direct 1:1 garnish substitute for fresh basil in small quantities. Dark Opal Basil adds additional anthocyanin-based purple pigmentation.
• Basil and its aromatic relatives contain volatile essential oil compounds studied for flavor, aroma, and culinary stability.
moderate evidence• Essential oil profile in basil microgreens varies by cultivar, with purple basil varieties known for anthocyanin pigmentation.
strong evidence1. Assessment of Vitamin and Carotenoid Concentrations of Emerging Food Products: Edible Microgreens — Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2012
2. Microgreens: Production, Shelf Life, and Bioactive Components — Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 2017