Caprese Salad Bliss with Balsamic Drizzle

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 4 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced ½‑inch thick
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced ¼‑inch thick
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, whole

Balsamic Drizzle

• ½ cup aged balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Seasonings & Finishing Touches

• 2 teaspoons extra‑virgin olive oil
• Flaky sea salt, to taste
• Freshly cracked black pepper, optional

Instructions

Making the Balsamic Drizzle

1. Combine liquids. In a small saucepan, whisk together ½ cup aged balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon honey. Place over medium‑low heat and stir until the honey dissolves completely.
2. Simmer. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 4‑5 minutes, or until the volume decreases by roughly one‑third and the sauce coats the back of a spoon.
3. Season. Stir in ¼ teaspoon kosher salt and remove the pan from heat. The glaze will thicken further as it cools—aim for a glossy, syrupy consistency.