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 of Salad
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Wash the ripe tomatoes under cold water. Slice each tomato into 1/4-inch thick slices.
- 2
Slice the Mozzarella
Drain the fresh mozzarella and slice it into 1/4-inch thick slices, similar in thickness to the tomatoes.
- 3
Prepare the Basil
Rinse the fresh basil leaves under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Assembly
- 4
Layer the Ingredients
On a serving platter, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes and mozzarella slices, adding fresh basil leaves in between the layers.
Dressing
- 5
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Drizzle the Dressing
Once the salad is assembled, drizzle the prepared balsamic dressing over the entire salad.
Serving
- 7
Serve the Salad
Serve the Caprese salad immediately, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired.