This Heart Caprese Salad is such a simple and delicious appetizer to serve on Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, a date night in or just as a special starter to any meal. The classic salad of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and basil served in a heart shape for an unforgettable dish that’s sure to make any occasion extra special!
Everyone in our house loves a caprese salad, so I thought, what better way to serve it than in a heart shape?! This Heart Caprese Salad is such a beautiful treat that’s not sweet. It comes together so quickly and so easily that you’ll want to shape your caprese salad into a heart every time you make it from now on.
I’m officially obsessed with this Heart Caprese Salad. It’s so delicious and so quick to make with ingredients that are easy to shop for at the store. What more could you ask for when it comes to prepping a dish that’s sure to impress?!
What Do I Need to Make a Heart Caprese Salad?
- fresh tomatoes, sliced thick (about 20 tomato slices)
- fresh pre-sliced mozzarella log, cut into heart shapes with a heart-shaped cookie cutter (about 12 mozzarella hearts)
- fresh basil
- olive oil
- balsamic glaze
- flaky sea salt
- toasted baguette
- 14″ walnut wood board
How to Make a Heart Caprese Salad
- Start by forming the tomato slices into a heart shape on a board or platter. I used this 14″ walnut wood board.
- Top the tomatoes with the fresh mozzarella hearts.
- Place a leaf of fresh basil next to each mozzarella heart.
- Drizzle the heart shape with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Serve with toasted baguette slices.
More Valentine’s Recipes You’re Sure to Love
Whether you need to make something special for the class Valentine’s party, a Valentine’s dinner in with your sweetheart(s), or a Galentine’s get-together with your besties, I’ve rounded up my favorite Valentine’s Day inspired recipes and boards that are sure to be loved by all!
The BakerMama’s Valentine’s Day Gathering Guide
Hosting a Valentine’s Party? Make it extra easy and enjoyable with The BakerMama’s Valentine’s Day Gathering Guide. I’ve got sweet decor, festive treats and fun activities that make the holiday extra special. There’s even a romantic gift guide to help you spread the love.
I hope you and your loved ones enjoy this Heart Caprese Salad as much as we do and that you make it over and over again for all your special occasions. It’s certainly a must-make for Valentine’s Day and would be such a special addition to a Mother’s Day menu. If you do make it, be sure to tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see! 
I love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the recipes I share. Enjoy!
xoxo,
Heart Caprese Salad
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 10–12 1x
- Category: Appetizer
Description
The classic salad of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and basil is served in a heart shape for an unforgettable dish that’s sure to make any occasion extra special!
Ingredients
- 3 large fresh tomatoes, sliced thick (about 20 slices)
- 12 ounce log of fresh pre-sliced mozzarella, cut into heart shapes with a heart-shaped cookie cutter (about 12 mozzarella hearts)
- fresh basil, for garnishing
- olive oil, for drizzling
- balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
- toasted baguette, for serving
Instructions
- Start by forming the tomato slices into a heart shape on a board or platter.
- Top the tomatoes with the fresh mozzarella hearts.
- Place a leaf of fresh basil next to each mozzarella heart.
- Drizzle the heart shape with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt. S
- erve with toasted baguette slices.
All of your boards look so fantastic! For certain will be making the Caprese Salad and Fudge hearts. Thank you for inspiring me.
★★★★★
Hi Janet! I love hearing that! You’ll have to share pictures if you make them! Enjoy!
Which balsamic glaze do you use?
Hi Sandra! I love the balsamic glaze from Trader Joe’s as well as the Alessi Balsamic Reduction you can find at most grocery stores. Enjoy!
Your Caprese Salad looks so yummy! I’m going to make this for my hubby for Valentine’s Day! I will need to go light on the balsamic glaze though. Thanks for your idea!