Caprese tartlets
1 serving
7 minutes
Caprese tartlets are an exquisite variation of the classic Italian Caprese salad, presented in miniature crispy tartlets. The dish's history begins on the sunny island of Capri, where the combination of fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, and sweet tomatoes symbolizes the colors of the Italian flag. In this recipe, traditional ingredients are complemented by creamy cottage cheese and zesty pesto sauce, giving the appetizer a rich flavor. Light, crispy tartlets are infused with the aromas of fresh herbs and balsamic cream, creating a unique harmony of tastes. This is the perfect dish for an elegant aperitif or light snack that will adorn any table and provide a sense of Italian culinary magic.
1
Spread the tartlets with cream cheese.
- Cream cheese (curd cheese spread): 3 teaspoons
2
Season with black pepper.
- Ground black pepper: pinch
3
Pour the pesto sauce on top.
- Pesto: 3 teaspoons
4
Wash cherry tomatoes and greens in cold water.
- Cherry tomatoes: 3 pieces
- Fresh herbs: to taste
5
Slice the cherries into thin wedges.
- Cherry tomatoes: 3 pieces
6
Place a ball of mozzarella in each tartlet.
- Mozzarella cheese: 3 pieces
7
Slightly salt.
- Salt: pinch
8
Add cherry slices.
- Cherry tomatoes: 3 pieces
9
Dress with balsamic cream.
- Salt: pinch
10
Add greens and serve.
- Fresh herbs: to taste