{"id":69684,"date":"2023-12-13T15:43:18","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T22:43:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/?p=69684"},"modified":"2024-06-14T15:01:13","modified_gmt":"2024-06-14T21:01:13","slug":"caprese-christmas-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/caprese-christmas-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"Caprese Christmas Tree"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>A beautiful and colorful festive <strong>Caprese Christmas Tree<\/strong>! Made from fresh soft mozzarella, flavorful herby basil, vibrant tomatoes, and a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-69700\" title=\"Caprese Christmas Tree\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-14.jpg\" alt=\"Caprese Christmas tree with fresh mozzarella, tomato slices, fresh basil leaves, balsamic glaze and sea salt flakes.\" width=\"730\" height=\"1124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-14.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-14-195x300.jpg 195w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-14-730x1124.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-14-768x1182.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-14-998x1536.jpg 998w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-14-1330x2048.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-14-1460x2247.jpg 1460w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) calc(100vw - 20px), 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Easy Caprese Salad Christmas Tree Appetizer<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/caprese-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caprese salad<\/a> is one of the easiest, tastiest Italian side dishes to prepare. And its natural colors just happen to be so perfectly Christmasy too so it only makes sense to bring the two things together for a deliciously festive dish making this cheery &#8220;Christmas tree&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>This tasty &#8220;tree&#8221; is party perfect, makes enough for a crowd, doesn&#8217;t require any special kitchen skills, and only needs a handful of ingredients. It&#8217;s just a quick and simple, edible art project that will be the talk of the holiday gathering.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s also a fun thing to do together if you&#8217;ve got friends or family around to help. Someone can slice while the other person assembles. Even kids can help with the layering assembly.<\/p>\n<p>So many reasons to add this easy Christmas side dish to your holiday menu!<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-69699\" title=\"Caprese Christmas Tree\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-8.jpg\" alt=\"Caprese salad christmas tree ingredients\" width=\"730\" height=\"487\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-8.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-8-730x487.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-8-1460x973.jpg 1460w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) calc(100vw - 20px), 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Caprese Christmas Tree Recipe Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fresh mozzarella:<\/strong> This works best with the long logs of mozzarella rather than fresh mozzarella balls.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomatoes:<\/strong> Vine ripe tomatoes are a good option here for the winter season. Look for tomatoes about the same circumference as the mozzarella.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh basil:<\/strong> You will need several large bunches for this to get enough leaves.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dried oregano:<\/strong> This can be omitted if preferred. I just like the extra hint of flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Extra virgin olive oil:<\/strong> If desired you can just serve this on the side for a cleaner option, and use extra!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Balsamic glaze:<\/strong> You can use store-bought or homemade.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flakey sea salt <\/strong>and<strong> black pepper:<\/strong> I use Maldon sea salt here which also mimics snow for decorating around the tree. Kosher salt will work too.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baguette:<\/strong> You&#8217;ll only use a small chunk for the tree. Extras can be drizzled with olive oil and toasted in the oven for serving. I prefer sourdough here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-69698\" title=\"Caprese Christmas Tree\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-7.jpg\" alt=\"Close up photo of caprese salad.\" width=\"730\" height=\"1095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-7.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-7-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-7-730x1095.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-7-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-7-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-7-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-7-1460x2190.jpg 1460w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) calc(100vw - 20px), 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>How to Make a Caprese Christmas Tree<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Take two of the slices of fresh mozzarella and cut a star for the top using a cookie cutter, stack the two stars together, and set aside.<\/li>\n<li>On an extra large cutting board or serving tray begin shaping the bottom row of the tree (it will be the widest row) by alternating and overlapping fresh mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and basil (about 6 of each).<\/li>\n<li>Continue this process by aligning 6 or so more rows above the bottom row forming a tall triangular shape (rows should get narrower each time).<\/li>\n<li>Finish the tree by adding the star on the top and the bread on the bottom for the &#8220;tree stump&#8221;.<\/li>\n<li>Sprinkle oregano over the tomato, cheese, and basil area then drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Finish with salt and pepper to taste. If desired sprinkle around the &#8220;tree&#8221; with flakey sea salt to mimic snow.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>How Long Can It Sit at Room Temp?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>This caprese Christmas tree should be served shortly after preparing for the best appearance and texture (room-temperature fresh mozzarella isn&#8217;t as good).<\/li>\n<li>Ingredients shouldn&#8217;t be at room temp longer than <strong>2 hours<\/strong> from when they were removed from the fridge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-69697\" title=\"Caprese Christmas Tree\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-5.jpg\" alt=\"Italian Caprese Christmas Tree shown from a side angle.\" width=\"730\" height=\"1095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-5.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-5-730x1095.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-5-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caprese-christmas-tree-5-1460x2190.jpg 1460w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) calc(100vw - 20px), 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Helpful Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Use the best fresh produce you can find. I know in the winter it can be harder to find the highest quality tomatoes. Vine ripe tomatoes are a good option because they can keep ripening well after you&#8217;ve purchased them.<\/li>\n<li>You can buy pre-sliced mozzarella for this recipe as well. Places like Costco even sell a two-pack and it&#8217;s cheaper this way.<\/li>\n<li>Use a thick balsamic glaze which will keep a cleaner appearance longer. I love Trader Joe&#8217;s.<\/li>\n<li>If you don&#8217;t need such a large tree you can try using Roma tomato slices since they are smaller and then cut the fresh mozzarella slices in half and use smaller basil leaves.<\/li>\n<li>If you don&#8217;t have quite enough large basil leaves then just use some small leaves for layering here and there and sprinkle over sliced basil ribbons.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>More Delicious Caprese Recipes to Try<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/avocado-caprese-skillet-chicken\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Avocado Caprese Chicken<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/caprese-chicken-and-avocado-chopped-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caprese Chopped Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/four-cheese-caprese-pizza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caprese Pasta Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/four-cheese-caprese-pizza\/\" 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Made from fresh soft mozzarella, flavorful herby basil, vibrant tomatoes and a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze.<\/span><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-69702 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"69702\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">16<\/span><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-separated wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">25<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Ready in: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">25<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"recipe-69702-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-69702-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"69702\" data-servings=\"16\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">lbs.<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh mozzarella<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(logs), sliced into 1\/4-inch slices<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">lbs medium<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vine ripe tomatoes,<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">sliced into 1\/4-inch thick slices<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">bunches<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/organic-basil-0-5oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-79495109?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" rel=\"nofollow\">fresh basil<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/organic-oregano-0-8oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77616564?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" rel=\"nofollow\">dried oregano<\/a><\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(optional)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/extra-virgin-olive-oil-16-9oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77643078?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" rel=\"nofollow\">extra virgin olive oil<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">balsamic glaze<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Flakey sea salt<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">and freshly ground black pepper<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">(4-inch)<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sliced bagutte chunk,<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">halved through thickness (use top half)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div data-relish-shop-button><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"recipe-69702-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-69702-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"69702\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-69702-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Take two of the slices of fresh mozzarella and cut a star for the top using a cookie cutter, stack the two stars together and set aside.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-69702-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">On an extra large cutting board or serving tray begin shaping the bottom row of the tree (it will be the widest row) by alternating and overlapping fresh mozzarella slices, tomato slices and basil (about 6 of each).<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-69702-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Continue this process by aligning 6 or so more rows above the bottom row forming a tall triangular shape, rows should get narrower each time. Refrigerate any extra cheese or tomatoes you may have left for another use.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-69702-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Finish the tree by adding the star on the top and the bread on the bottom for the &quot;tree stump&quot;.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-69702-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Sprinkle oregano over tomato, cheese and basil area then drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Finish with salt and pepper to taste. If desired sprinkle around the &quot;tree&quot; with flakey sea salt to mimic snow.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-69702-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Serve shortly after preparing, ingredients shouldn&#39;t be at room temp longer than 2 hours then when they were removed from the fridge.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"recipe-69702-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ul>\n<li>You can serve extra olive oil or balsamic glaze on the side. Or leave it off altogether and serve both on the side.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-wrap\">\r\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-69702-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-label\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff;color: #000000;\">\n\t<div class=\"nutrition-title\">Nutrition Facts<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"nutrition-recipe\">Caprese Christmas Tree<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"nutrition-line nutrition-line-big\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"nutrition-serving\">\n\t\t\t\t\tAmount Per Serving\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"nutrition-item\">\n\t\t<span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Calories<\/strong> 199<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"nutrition-percentage\">Calories from Fat 135<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"nutrition-line\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"nutrition-item\">\n\t\t<span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>% Daily Value*<\/strong><\/span>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-fat\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Fat<\/strong> 15g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>23%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"nutrition-sub\">Saturated Fat 8g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>50%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"nutrition-sub\">Polyunsaturated Fat 1g<\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"nutrition-sub\">Monounsaturated Fat 5g<\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-cholesterol\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Cholesterol<\/strong> 45mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>15%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-sodium\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Sodium<\/strong> 358mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>16%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-potassium\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Potassium<\/strong> 179mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>5%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Carbohydrates<\/strong> 4g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>1%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-fiber\"><span class=\"nutrition-sub\">Fiber 1g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>4%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-sugar\"><span class=\"nutrition-sub\">Sugar 2g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>2%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-protein\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Protein<\/strong> 13g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>26%<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<div class=\"nutrition-line nutrition-line-big\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Vitamin A<\/strong> 857IU<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>17%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Vitamin C<\/strong> 8mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>10%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-calcium\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Calcium<\/strong> 294mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>29%<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"nutrition-item nutrition-item-iron\"><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Iron<\/strong> 0.4mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>2%<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\t\t<div class=\"nutrition-warning\">* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\t\t<div class=\"nutrition-disclaimer\">Nutrition values are estimates only. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cookingclassy.com\/nutrition-disclaimer\/\">See full disclaimer here.<\/a><\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"wprm-cc-footer-container\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Side Dish<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">Italian<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">caprese christmas tree, Caprese Salad<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author 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