1. 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

1. 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.