Caprese Salad Recipe
fresh mozzarella and sliced roma tomatoes, drizzled with an aged balsamic vinegar and sweet basil
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Dressing Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Begin by rinsing the Roma tomatoes under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
- 2
Slice the Tomatoes
Using a sharp knife, slice the Roma tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices and set them aside.
- 3
Slice the Mozzarella
Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick slices, similar to the tomatoes, and set them aside.
- 4
Prepare the Basil
Gently wash the fresh basil leaves under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Leave them whole for garnishing.
Assembly
- 5
Layer the Salad
On a large serving platter, alternate layers of sliced tomatoes and mozzarella, arranging them in a circular pattern or in rows.
- 6
Add Basil Leaves
Tuck the fresh basil leaves between the layers of tomato and mozzarella.
Dressing
- 7
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the aged balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 8
Drizzle the Dressing
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the layered salad, ensuring that each slice of tomato and mozzarella gets a bit of the dressing.
Serving
- 9
Serve Fresh
Serve the Caprese salad immediately as a fresh appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!
