Patriotic Blueberry Tomato Caprese Salad

This red, white and blue Patriotic caprese salad is full of fresh tomatoes, blueberries, mozzarella and basil. A completely unexpected twist on classic caprese salad and totally perfect for celebrating Memorial Day or the 4th of July.

Red White and Blue Caprese Salad

Blueberries add a sweet bite to this savory salad that complements the balsamic vinegar so nicely. Plus it wouldn’t be a patriotic, Independence Day worthy salad, without star shaped mozzarella! It only takes a few extra minutes to cut stars using a mini cookie cutter.

Next, drizzle generously with balsamic and olive oil, tear some basil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Red, white and blueberry caprese in no time. Happy birthday America!

Ingredients in Red, White & Blue Caprese Salad

• Blueberries – you might not think of blueberries as a savory salad ingredient but they bring a sweet and delicious flavor to the mix.
• Tomatoes – I use cherry tomatoes but you can also use grape tomatoes.
• Mozarella Cheese – Buffalo mozzarella cheese is creamy and delicious but still firm enough to cut into stars.
• Basil – fresh basil torn into small pieces. 
• Balsamic Vinegar – this makes the dressing mixed with oil.
• Olive Oil – The other component of your salad dressing
• Salt and Pepper – for flavor!

How to Cut Mozzarella into Stars

Cutting buffalo mozzarella into stars might sound a bit time consuming, and it is, but it’s worth the extra effort to bring that patriotic flair! 

1. Start by slicing firm buffalo mozarella into 1/4 inch slices. 
2. Use a small metal star cookie cutter to gently cut out cheese. 
3. Place stars throughout your caprese salad for a star spangled finish. 

4th of July Recipes:

Looking for more patriotic recipes to make for Independence day or Memorial Day? Here are a few of my favorites!

• The Ultimate Red White and Blue Cheese Board
• My Favorite 4th of July Dessert Hacks
• Blueberry Pie Ice Cream
• Shrimp and Watermelon Salad
• Easy Tornado Hot Dogs
• Warm Potato Salad
• Mixed Berry Wine Slushies

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Blueberry Tomato Caprese

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

A fun twist on caprese salad made with blueberries, cherry tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella cheese, perfect for the 4th of July!

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Ingredients

• 1 pint blueberries
• 2 pints cherry tomatoes
• fresh basil
• balsamic vinegar
• olive oil
• salt and pepper
• firm buffalo mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. Wash blueberries and cherry tomatoes and drain well in a colander. Half cherry tomatoes and toss in a serving bowl with blueberries, set aside.
2. Slice mozzarella cheese into 1/4 or 1/2" slices and then cut into small stars with a cookie cutter.
3. Top the tomatoes and blueberries with the star cheese.
4. Tear fresh basil over-top and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic.
5. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Notes

How to Cut Mozzarella into Stars

Cutting buffalo mozzarella into stars might sound a bit time consuming, and it is, but it's worth the extra effort to bring that patriotic flair! 

1. Start by slicing firm buffalo mozarella into 1/4 inch slices. 
2. Use a small metal star cookie cutter to gently cut out cheese. 
3. Place stars throughout your caprese salad for a star spangled finish. 

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 152Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 173mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 4gSugar: 12gProtein: 5g

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