Grilled Balsamic Steak Caprese with Mozzarella, Tomatoes, and Basil
An upgraded Caprese-inspired dish featuring tender steak alongside creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. Enhanced by a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, this elegant recipe is perfect for impressing guests with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Grilling/Seating
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak
1 cup cherry tomatoes
8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Pat steak dry and season both sides with salt and pepper
Preheat cast iron skillet to 300°F (1 tbsp olive oil), sear steak 4-5 minutes per side until golden crust forms
Let steak rest 5-10 minutes
In same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and blister cherry tomatoes 8-10 minutes
In a small saucepan, simmer balsamic vinegar 10-15 minutes until syrupy
Slice steak against grain and arrange on platter
Top with roasted tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil
Drizzle with 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
Notes
For quicker cooking, use flank or skirt steak
Add cucumber or toasted pine nuts for classic Caprese elements
Preheat oven to 275°F to finish cooking thicker steaks
Use a candy thermometer for glaze: 230°F for ideal consistency
Serve with crusty bread and store leftovers refrigerated in airtight container for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 52g
- Cholesterol: 180mg