Caprese recipe served on a plate, by Farina Pizzeria & Wine Bar Downtown
Jul 18 2026

Caprese Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.

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Ingredients

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Caprese Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

1

Prepare the ingredients

Slice the fresh mozzarella and tomatoes into even rounds. Set aside.

2

Assemble the salad

On a serving platter, alternate slices of mozzarella and tomatoes, overlapping them slightly.

3

Add basil

Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices of mozzarella and tomatoes.

4

Dress the salad

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad.

5

Season

Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the top to taste.

6

Serve

Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.