Watermelon Caprese with Balsamic Glaze

5 from 1 vote

Summertime screams watermelon and caprese! With this Watermelon Caprese, you are combining all the flavors of summer into one bite.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Watermelon Caprese

Servings: servings

12 slices watermelon cut into rounds or squares approximately 3 inches wide and ½ inch thick*
½ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
½ pound fresh mozzarella cheese cut into 12 slices (we used skim)
Dash salt and pepper
¼ cup fresh basil leaves loosely chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Basil for garnish

Place the watermelon slices on paper towels and cover with additional paper towels to absorb some of the excess fluid.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the vinegar and honey. Stir to blend, bring to a simmer and reduce heat. Stirring occasionally until the mixture has reduced by almost half. (Do not let reduce to far or to froth). Set aside to cool slightly.
On a large platter, place the watermelon slices and top each with a slice of cheese. Salt and pepper, then sprinkle the basil leaves evenly over the top. Drizzle with the olive oil followed by the reduced balsamic vinegar. Garnish with basil.