Mozzarella alla Caprese recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
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Mozzarella Alla Caprese Recipe

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Apr 12 2025

15m

Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Mozzarella Alla Caprese in just 15m. Perfectly ripe tomatoes, hand-sliced and topped with fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a balsamic glaze that creates our spin on an Italian classic that’s as famous as it is refreshing.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Preparation

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients

Wash the tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly. Slice the tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Slice the fresh mozzarella into similar thickness.

2. Assemble the Caprese

On a serving platter, alternate layers of tomato slices and mozzarella slices. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.

3. Season and Drizzle

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over the assembled Caprese. Sprinkle with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.

4. Serve

Serve immediately as an appetizer or a refreshing salad.

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