How to Use caprese in a Sentence

caprese

noun
  • This is a caprese-like salad, where instead of tomatoes there’s squash.
    — Christian Reynoso, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 June 2021
  • The torta caprese looks like an igloo housing a very dense chocolate cake, and the tiramisu is out of this world.
    — Steve Forbes, Forbes, 2 Aug. 2022
  • Dreaming of a summer recipe line-up that includes caprese salad, basil pesto pasta, and frosty basil limeade?
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • Make a caprese salad of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
    — Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2025
  • This fun twist on a caprese salad uses fresh strawberries in lieu of tomatoes for a sweet surprise.
    — Joie Probst, Midwest Living, 23 May 2026
  • Appropriately, the menu features land and sea fare, plus a caprese bar and an oyster boat.
    — Grace Wong, chicagotribune.com, 26 June 2018
  • Bite into a refreshing caprese sandwich and allow your taste buds to transport you.
    — Catherine O’Neill, Bon Appetit, 1 Aug. 2017
  • Two pastry chefs from Capri make desserts such as pistachio profiteroles and chocolate caprese.
    — Rebecca Kleinman, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
  • This one is Adam Rapoport's famous caprese that swaps out figs for the traditional tomatoes.
    — Anya Tchoupakov, Bon Appetit, 21 July 2017
  • The food menu offers snacks such as bruschetta, caprese salad, sliders and charcuterie boards.
    — Tirion Morris, The Arizona Republic, 4 Mar. 2021
  • Tomatoes One of my all-time favorite salads is a simple caprese and summer is the best time to enjoy this classic treat.
    — NBC News, 6 June 2017
  • The menu includes chicken parmesan, crispy pork and chicken caprese, and classics like the turkey club and Italian sub.
    — Jay R. Jordan, Houston Chronicle, 13 Aug. 2020
  • Porchetta to pot-roast melt, caprese to crab cakes and more, the list is pretty diversified in both sandwiches and locations.
    — Marc Bona, cleveland, 9 Jan. 2020
  • Celebrate spring with this fresh caprese salad made with basil, strawberries, and mini mozzarella balls.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Try the gnocchi Sorrentino, linguine and clam sauce, or and stuffed zucchini flowers and caprese salad.
    — Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2021
  • In addition to pizza, Tony G’s from chef Tony Gemignani added two baked pastas and caprese salad.
    — Elena Kadvany, San Francisco Chronicle, 6 Oct. 2021
  • Veal dishes are big sellers, along with Bolognese, and caprese for salads, Zaloshnja said.
    — Marc Bona, cleveland, 1 Oct. 2019
  • An apps feast comes with seven cocktail snacks, including meatballs, caprese skewers and shrimp cocktail ($100).
    — Sharyn Jackson, Star Tribune, 22 Dec. 2020
  • Menus for these packages include appetizers like fresh crudite, antipasto platters, or ceviche, as well as shrimp or caprese skewers.
    — Andrea Romano, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2021
  • The frittata caprese resembled a flat, open-faced omelet with chunks of buffalo mozzarella, roasted tomato, and basil leaves strewn throughout.
    — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
  • There’s lobster rangoon dip with friend wontons, ahi tuna tacos with mango, avacado and cilantro, and pretzel flats in cheese, buffalo chicken, caprese, and more.
    — Blaine Callahan, Hartford Courant, 27 July 2022
  • Among its classic dishes are chicken parmesan, homemade meatballs, and a lineup of handhelds from the Italian combo to the chicken caprese.
    — Phillip Valys, sun-sentinel.com, 1 Dec. 2021
  • Much like Paige, I was blinded by the abs, but this weak-willed caprese salad tried to show up and play everyone’s favorite influencer and then not even commit to her.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 6 Dec. 2021
  • The Mount Washington Tavern is serving a buffet with offerings like baby back ribs, pulled pork and caprese salad.
    — Christina Tkacik, baltimoresun.com, 12 June 2019
  • Stay for chef Fulvio Pierangelini’s caprese salad with avocado and divine spaghetti al pomodoro.
    — Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
  • This caprese salad uses classic ingredients, but with sweet cherry tomatoes and small mozzarella balls for a fun party presentation.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 7 May 2026
  • Other flavors include caprese with sundried tomato pesto; mozzarella and basil; Caesar with turkey and parmesan; and prosciutto with pesto and honey.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Sandwiches at Plum Market, such as the Sonoma Club or tomato caprese, appear generous.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 2 July 2019
  • For example, a traditional caprese salad can be transformed into finger foods by alternating cherry tomatoes, chunks of mozzarella and leaves of basil on skewers.
    — Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 23 Nov. 2025
  • Ways To Use Trader Joe’s Balsamic Glaze A good balsamic glaze can go beyond caprese and salads.
    — Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026

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