caprese

noun

ca·​pre·​se kə-ˈprā-zē 

-(ˌ)zā

: a salad consisting of slices of mozzarella and tomatoes, basil, and olive oil or Italian dressing

Examples of caprese in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Culinary highlights here include the caprese salad and ravioli capresi—fresh pasta typically made with caciotta, parmesan, and marjoram, and topped with a light tomato sauce. — Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Stay for chef Fulvio Pierangelini’s caprese salad with avocado and divine spaghetti al pomodoro. — Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 4 June 2026

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

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

Word History

Etymology

Italian, short for insalata caprese, literally, salad in the manner of Capri

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for caprese

• crazy
• daisy
• hazy
• lazy
• calabrese