Caprese Salad Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
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Salad Components
Dressing
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Salad Ingredients
Begin by washing the ripe tomatoes under cool running water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Then, slice each tomato into 1/4-inch thick slices.
- 2
Slice the Mozzarella
Take the fresh mozzarella and slice it into similar 1/4-inch thick rounds as the tomatoes.
- 3
Wash and Prepare Basil
Rinse the fresh basil leaves gently under cool water. Pat them dry with paper towels and set aside.
Assembly
- 4
Layer the Ingredients
On a large serving platter or individual plates, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes and mozzarella. Place a basil leaf between each slice for added flavor and presentation.
- 5
Drizzle with Dressing
In a small bowl, mix the balsamic glaze, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle this mixture evenly over the assembled salad.
- 6
Serve
Serve the Caprese salad immediately while the ingredients are fresh. Enjoy!
