Christmas Party Food Savory — Easy Christmas Tree Caprese
A festive Caprese salad arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree, made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze — perfect for holiday tables.
- Prep Time: 15–20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 15–20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6–8 1x
Ingredients
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2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
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8 oz mozzarella balls (ciliegine or bocconcini)
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1 cup fresh basil leaves
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2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1–2 tbsp balsamic glaze
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Sea salt & freshly ground pepper
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Optional: breadsticks (tree trunk), cheese star, olives, pomegranate seeds
Instructions
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On a large platter, layer tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in alternating rows to form a tree shape.
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Start wide at the bottom and taper upward.
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Add a cheese star or tomato at the top for decoration.
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Place breadsticks or cucumber sticks at the bottom for the trunk.
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Drizzle lightly with olive oil and balsamic glaze just before serving.
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Season with sea salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
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Make ahead and chill up to 4 hours (dress right before serving).
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Use multi-colored tomatoes for extra festive color.
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Serve with crostini or crackers on the side.