Caprese Salad Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic reduction.
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Slice the Mozzarella and Tomatoes
Cut the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick slices. Do the same with the tomatoes.
- 3
Layer the Ingredients
On a serving platter, alternate layers of mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and basil leaves. Start with mozzarella, then tomato, followed by a basil leaf, repeating the process until all ingredients are used.
- 4
Season the Salad
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic reduction over the salad. Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately as a fresh appetizer or side dish.