Torta salata tipo "caprese" - ricetta vegetariana - semplice (Antipasto o secondo)

fresh mozzarella

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: mozzarella balls

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

balsamic glaze

🥗Healthier: balsamic vinegar

💰Cheaper: balsamic vinegar

Balsamic vinegar is less expensive and can be reduced for a glaze.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil is a cost-effective alternative with a longer shelf life.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to a 1/4-inch thickness.

Cut the pastry into squares or rectangles, depending on desired shape.

Place the pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Slice the fresh mozzarella and tomatoes into thin rounds.

Layer mozzarella and tomato slices on the pastry, leaving a border around the edges.

Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and oregano to taste.

Add fresh basil leaves on top of the cheese and tomatoes.

Drizzle olive oil over the layered ingredients.

Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling to create a border.

Brush the edges with egg wash for a golden finish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

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