Description
This Steak Caprese with Balsamic Dressing is a bold, mouthwatering twist on the classic Caprese salad. Perfectly seared slices of steak are layered with fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and basil, then finished with a rich, sweet balsamic glaze. It’s a show-stopping dish that’s simple enough for a weeknight, yet elegant enough for dinner parties.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak
- 1 lb ribeye, sirloin, or New York strip steak
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning or crushed rosemary
For the Caprese Layer
- 2–3 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 6–8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Flaky sea salt (for garnish)
- Extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
For the Balsamic Dressing
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
1. Cook the Steak
- Bring the steak to room temperature and pat dry.
- Rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
- Sear steak 3–5 minutes per side (depending on thickness) for medium-rare.
- Transfer to a plate, cover loosely, and let rest 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
2. Make the Balsamic Dressing
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine balsamic vinegar and honey.
- Simmer for 3–5 minutes, until reduced slightly and syrupy.
- Whisk in olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Let cool slightly.
3. Assemble the Caprese
- On a platter or large serving board, layer tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and fresh basil.
- Fan the steak slices over or around the Caprese layers.
- Drizzle everything generously with the balsamic glaze and a little olive oil.
- Finish with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: steak-caprese
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Steak Caprese with Balsamic Dressing