Caprese Recipe
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Ingredients
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Caprese Salad Ingredients
Method
Caprese Salad Directions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by gathering all the ingredients. Rinse the fresh tomatoes and basil leaves under running water. Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese into approximately 1/4-inch thick slices.
- 2
Layer the Salad
On a serving platter, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. Place them in an overlapping manner to create a beautiful presentation.
- 3
Add Basil
Tuck the fresh basil leaves between the layers of tomatoes and mozzarella. You can also garnish the top with additional basil leaves for decoration.
- 4
Drizzle the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Drizzle the mixture evenly over the salad.
- 5
Season the Salad
Sprinkle the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as necessary to suit your preference.
- 6
Serve
Serve the Caprese salad immediately as a fresh appetizer or side dish. Enjoy the vibrant flavors!