Caprese Salad Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by washing the tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly under cold water.
- 2
Slice the Tomatoes
Cut each tomato into thick slices, about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange them on a serving platter.
- 3
Slice the Mozzarella
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into similar thickness as the tomatoes. Alternate the mozzarella slices with the tomato slices on the platter.
- 4
Add Basil Leaves
Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices of mozzarella and tomatoes. Use whole leaves for a garnish on top.
- 5
Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze
Drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over the assembled salad.
- 6
Add Olive Oil
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the salad for added richness.
- 7
Season
Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste over the salad.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately as a fresh appetizer or side dish.