adjective
- prepared or served in the style of Capri, Italy, typically with tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil
Usage: culinary term; often used to describe salads or dishes
noun
- a salad made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, basil, olive oil, and vinegar, originating from the island of Capri
Usage: Italian cuisine; often served as an appetizer or light dish
Examples
- We ordered a caprese salad as our appetizer.
- The restaurant serves a delicious caprese with fresh buffalo mozzarella.
- She made a caprese dish using heirloom tomatoes from her garden.
- The caprese sandwich was perfect for a light summer lunch.
- This caprese recipe calls for high-quality olive oil and fresh basil.
- They added a caprese topping to the grilled chicken.
- The caprese flavors of tomato and mozzarella are classic Italian combinations.