Recipe
By Diana YenJuly 31st, 2024

Grilled Tomato Caprese

Fun Fact: Cooking tomatoes with fats (like algae oil) enhances nutrient absorption because lycopene, a powerful antioxidant in tomatoes, and vitamins like A, D, E, and K, are fat-soluble.

In less science-y terms, grilling tomatoes with algae oil not only enhances flavor but also boosts nutritional benefits.

In case you missed it, Diana Yen dropped the hottest Grilled Tomato Caprese recipe of the summer, and we will be recreating it ASAP, for the lycopene and other fat-soluble nutrients, obviously.

Ingredients

Main
Fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish1 cup
Garlic Cloves2
Algae Oil, plus more¼
Kosher Salt
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Heirloom Tomato1 large
Balls BurrataTwo 2 oz.
Reduced Balsamic, for drizzling
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Step 1

Prepare a fire or coals for medium-high heat, set a grate over it and brush with oil.

Step 2

Combine basil and garlic in a food processor and blend. With machine running, slowly drizzle in algae oil and process until smooth. Add more oil by the tablespoon, until it reaches desired consistency. Season with salt.

Step 3

Brush tomato with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until charred and juicy. Spread one ball burrata onto a serving platter. Top with tomato and place the remaining burrata ball on top.. Spoon basil oil all over and drizzle with balsamic.

Step 4

Finish with basil leaves and flaky salt.